My mother is under treatment for dementia under Dr. gigy from cochin india. The medicines presently given are aricep admenta ginkocer she has having sleep disorder and behavioural problems eg irritability ,argument for small issues, repeating the same matter again .memory issues are under control.
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Dear Valsa, It is difficult to live with a mother who is dementing. The ones you are mentioning are the typical psychological and behavioural symptoms of dementia. Aricep and admenta will help. More than that the understanding of her disabilities with dementia, will help you to deal with these symptom. For example, you will not argue with her. Just accept her, to stop arguments. She repeats the same matter again and again, because of her memory issues. Most elderly do that. With dementia, it will be more. Please take care of yourself to avoid burnout of caring for her.
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Dementia is often associated with behavioral problems. Needs to be tackled separately. There are medication for these as well.
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Good morning, the behavioral issues that arise from dementia may require additional treatment in the form of antipsychotics. Please talk to your prescribing doctor or a nearby psychiatrist about the same. In addition, there are several things you can do to help. Your mom will need to be reminded about her day to day activities several times a day. Daily massage and soothing music has been proven to reduce behavioral problems that arise from dementia. Make sure you mom has adequate exposure to sunlight. Conversations with your mom about the past, with the help of old photo albums and videos also help in reducing confusion. Dementia is very distressing for the care givers as well. I hope you are taking care of your needs adequately. With the right set of interventions, these behavioral problems will reduce.
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Syrup nerveous for memory, breathing exercise for anger, meditation, relaxation and supportive psychotherapy.
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In dementia, behavioral problems are common, if you discuss the same with your treating doctor or any psychiatrist, they would give medication to reduce the irritability, argumentative behavior and improve sleep. Good luck.
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