We are absolutely at a loss. Does anyone know what this behavior could be. All the MRI, CT, verbal tests show she doesn't have dementia/Alzheimer's. When she is in front of the medical profession she is fine. When she is home with us, its a whole different story.
She reviews her medicine list (and other things) for hours and hours and hours. She can't get off a topic like in the movie RainMan. She studders and talks about wanting to see people who are no longer alive. She is very paranoid and can't make a decision and stick to it. She wants assisted living then she wants a small mother in law house on our property. We want to fulfill her wishes but she can't make a decision. So when do we exercise choice for her. If she is already having these issues, I fear having her on the property is just a short term fix.
Please share your experiences or thoughts. Eternally Grateful..
Has she been seen by a geriatric psychiatrist? Have you videoed any of these episilodes for the doctor to see? Has she had a 3 hour neuropsych exam (paper and pencil testing that taps reasoning, reality testing and insight?
Her brain may not be showing signs of dementia, but her mind certainly is. That's why I think you Ned a psychiatrist).
You are so right. It is a wating game.
Don't give up hope, get your Mom seen ASAP, to get to the bottom of it. I do hope you have POA FOR Health Care, if not, and she still has enough mental capacity to make the designation, then do get it as soon as possible, for your own sake! Good luck, and come back to let Us know how this turns out for you and your Mom, we all learn from each other!
Thank you again. Could you please tell me what POA stands for. Thank you again for your kindness