Caregivers: Dementia Support Group

@pchap, you might find these related discussions helpful: - My mom has Alzheimer’s. Is it possible...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1526270/

Discussion: Does medication for anger work for people living with dementia?

Posted: Mar 13 5:55pm

@bobcmcc Elizabeth Kubler Ross: denial, argument, anger, depression, acceptance (resigned) Stages of dealing with illness, or...

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Discussion: My frustration is off the charts

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: May 7 7:50am

Have I sent you this article about Anger and Dementia? https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/stages-behaviors/agression-anger

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Discussion: Spouse with cognitive problems and finances

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 15, 2022

@lueverson, I agree with @nancindancin. Please share your situation with your doctor and make sure you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1457199/

Discussion: Blaming and anger: How do you deal with it?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Dec 9, 2025

@moea Maybe we should start a music group, and call it Anger, Frustration and Loneliness, and...

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Discussion: It's hard to find patience sometimes. Thanks for listening

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Apr 23 8:38am

Thank you. Yes, I do have a lot of support and a therapist. Anger management is...

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Discussion: Is yelling and over-talking a part of dementia?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 14, 2021

If you're an Old-Testament-Kind-of-Guy, here are some readings that might be helpful: "Old Testament passages on...

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Discussion: It's hard to find patience sometimes. Thanks for listening

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Apr 22 5:34pm

@tamarab it sure sounds like you’ve gotten into a vicious circle with no winners, only losers....

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Discussion: Is yelling and over-talking a part of dementia?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 14, 2021

Found this article among many about Dementia and Anger. https://www.verywellhealth.com/anger-and-aggression-in-dementia-4134488 It is interesting and may help...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/723122/

Discussion: Spouse with cognitive problems and finances

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 2, 2022

Kourosh, you may also be interested in some of the other dementia and anger related discussions....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/875020/

Discussion: My mom has Alzheimer’s. Is it possible to control her anger ?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 8, 2023

Here's another related discussion where members have shared additional tips: - Dementia Anger Issues - bathing...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/913629/

Discussion: Alzheimer’s and hygiene (or lack of)

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Aug 15, 2023

Here's an older yet helpful related discussion: - Dementia Anger Issues - bathing https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/dementia-anger-issues-bathing/ @pbmom, how...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/716857/

Discussion: Dealing with Anger and Disbelief in person with dementia

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 12, 2022

*Hand in Air* So after the anger and giving them a calm explanation and then a...

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Discussion: Blaming and anger: How do you deal with it?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jan 25 8:24pm

Hi Gratia, yes this phase definitely tests our resolves. Keep expressing, I find this helps along...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1563781/

Discussion: Acceptance

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: May 1 6:46am

@kmliste I also find it is worth his anger to make my life better. Small steps...

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Discussion: Dealing with a Spouse with a “Mild Cognitive Impairment”

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Apr 7 6:35am

@leeandpat, I also like to bring in @debbraw into this discussion. Her husband has early stage...

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Discussion: Alzheimers: When should someone not be left alone?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 23, 2019

I too had an anger situation last Friday. My husband's anger led him to drive off...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/723492/

Discussion: Heart issues and breathing problems and dealing with dementia

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 4, 2022

Great tips and thoughts about bathing and showering. If anyone is interested in reading more about...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/113009/

Discussion: Introductions: Are you caring for someone with dementia?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Oct 24, 2017

Yes I too ride the cycle of anger and guilt as my wife's disease progresses faster...

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Discussion: Anger. Guilt. Anger….cycle

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 17, 2023

I forgot that they increased his Sertraline. He had been on that since 2014 when we...

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Discussion: Spouse with cognitive problems and finances

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 26, 2022