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When my father escalates in voice and bad behavior I force myself on to a figurative see saw. The more aggressive he becomes in tone and behavior the calmer and more even I become. That is not always easy for me and sometimes I blow it but he has given me enough practice that I've gotten much better at it lol
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funkygrandma59 Jul 22, 2024
Good advice JudyBlueEyes, as it is a proven fact that folks suffering with any of the dementias, mirror the attitudes and moods of those around them.
So if you go in with a smile on your face and a positive attitude, the odds are that your loved one will remain calm and in good spirits.
And like you, if they start to get angry, just staying calm and positive can help diffuse the situation.
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Perhaps it’s time for memory care placement .
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Has your person ever been assessed for medication? I would talk to their doctor about this.

If this is a sudden, new behavior then you should consider they may have a UTI and should be taken to Urgent Care or the ER for a test and treatment.
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