Dementia and Hallucinations: When Things Aren't Real

Hallucinations can often be terrifying, eliciting strong feelings of fear. For individuals with dementia experiencing them, these perceptions feel extremely real. Not only can hallucinations be distressing for the person affected, but they can also impact those who care for them. Understanding how to respond can help make a hallucinatory episode less overwhelming for both you and your loved one.Our Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573800764103Our You Tube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@ABalancingActNavigatingMem-d9hResources:https://www.verywellhealth.com/responding-to-and-treating-hallucinations-in-dementia-98567https://www.dementiauk.org/news/coping-with-hallucinations-in-a-person-with-dementia/https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/stages-behaviors/hallucinationsThe information shared in this podcast is for EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES only, and should not be considered a substitute for medical advice. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Kelly A. Bertenshaw, any guests or contributors to the podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of A Balancing Act: Helping Families Navigate Memory Loss be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast.