Aggressive behavior in dementia can feel heartbreaking, scary, or even dangerous. Maybe your loved one suddenly yells or pushes you away when you’re just trying to help. Or maybe they say hurtful things that seem totally out of character. It’s natural to wonder: What happened? Why are they acting this way? What did I do…
It can be confusing and scary when someone you care about starts acting differently. Maybe they say strange things, or get up and leave suddenly, looking confused or upset. If this feels familiar, you’re not alone. According to the National Institute on Aging, inappropriate or impulsive actions can be some of the early symptoms of…
Dementia affects people in different ways, and the changes it brings are not the same as normal aging. While healthy aging may involve occasional memory lapses or slower thinking, dementia causes more significant changes in brain health and cognitive function. These brain changes can lead to behavioral symptoms that may seem confusing or out of…
If you’re caring for someone with dementia, you’ve likely seen it: sudden agitation, angry outbursts, confusion, or tearful moments that seem to come out of nowhere. It’s heartbreaking, exhausting, and, at times, baffling. You’re left wondering what you did wrong or how you could’ve seen it coming. You’re not alone in this. Studies find that…
Understanding Common Dementia Behaviors If you’re a caregiver helping someone with dementia, you may notice they’re experiencing behavior changes. The Alzheimer’s Society explains that this is due to a combination of factors: a dementia symptom like cognitive decline, memory loss, a change in personality or loss of inhibitions, as well as factors like their physical…
Maintaining strength and balance is important as we age. One easy way to do this is to make physical activity a part of your daily routine. According to a study by the CDC, “adults 65 years and older need to have aerobic activity, strength exercises, and balance exercises”. Incorporating a regular exercise regimen in your…
When your loved one is facing a cancer diagnosis, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed. One of the most powerful tools you have in this journey is asking the right questions. Whether you’re dealing with breast cancer, lung cancer, or another form of cancer, such as neck cancer, these questions will help you get the information…
The CDC states that one in five falls can cause serious injury to an adult, such as a head injury or broken bones. As we age, falls can have increasingly significant and devastating effects. The good news is that many falls are preventable with the proper knowledge and resources. Understanding a loved one’s fall risk…
Whether you’re a professional caregiver or a family caregiver, the responsibilities can be emotionally and physically overwhelming. It’s common for caregivers to put their own needs last, running on empty for weeks, months, or even longer. Stress relief is not just a simple recommendation—it’s a necessity. Chronic stress and burnout impact your mood, health, sleep,…
Caring for someone with dementia can be meaningful, but it can also be overwhelming. Many dementia caregivers begin to experience what’s known as caregiver burnout, a serious condition caused by chronic stress and prolonged caregiving responsibility. Caregiver burnout is more than just being tired; it can affect your health, mood, and ability to provide care….
Caregiving is a big responsibility that can be stressful, especially for family caregivers. Burnout is one possible result of prolonged stress. Compassion fatigue is also a serious potential consequence of caregiver stress. In this article, we: If you need more help managing caregiving stress, check if you have free access to all of Trualta’s caregiver…
Caregiver burnout is a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion experienced by caregivers, especially family caregivers. It’s caused by unmanaged and chronic stress. Caregiving is naturally stressful, but with the right support, caregivers can avoid burnout. In this article, we’ll outline four types of resources to help you avoid or manage burnout: We’ll also…
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