Stop Arguing | How To Help People With Dementia | Learn From Expert Teepa Snow

In this episode, Angie Graham sits down with Teepa Snow, OT and dementia care leader, to talk about what actually helps people living with dementia. They cover why arguing reality backfires, how to build cooperation in the moment, when psych meds become dangerous, and why "Hand-under-Hand" can change care fast. You will also hear practical strategies for families, staff, and leaders who want safer, kinder dementia support.•Relationship comes before tasks, especially with dementia. •Arguing reality rarely helps, it usually escalates stress. •Many “behaviors” are unmet needs or poor caregiver approach. •Psych meds can create serious risks, use as last resort. •Hand-under-Hand reduces threat and increases participation fast. •Sexual actions may be confusion, not intent, adjust positioning first. Teepa Snow Occupational therapist and dementia care specialist with 45 years of experience. Founder of Positive Approach to Care and the Snow Approach Foundation. Host: Angie Graham Healthcare advocate & podcast host focused on nursing leadership, caregiving, and dementia topics. The Angie Graham Podcast https://theangiegrahampodcast.buzzsprout.comApple podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-angie-graham-podcast/id1807196572Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/535Ygb21IEkk7DZL385xs7iHeart Radio:https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-angie-graham-podcast-231896434/