19 Apr 2024

Emotion and behaviour

This section looks at ways of supporting a person with dementia who experiences changes to their day-to-day ability to think and plan clearly.

Be prepared

Understanding the emotional changes that people with dementia often experience can help you to develop your own resilience as a carer.

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What is sundowning?

Sundowning is when a person with dementia may be more confused, more agitated and may behave differently from usual in the early evening.

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Promoting engagement

People with dementia can sometimes withdraw from social interactions but there are things carers can do to help reverse this.

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Managing difficult situations

The behavioural changes associated with dementia can sometimes result in difficult social situations, but help is at hand.

 

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What is stress and distress?

Understanding stress and what can cause it is a useful skill for carers to have, and can help you to manage stress better.

 

 

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