Understanding Dementia Behaviour
Marisol Aldbourne Ashfordly
Aug 2026 · Fastchapters · AI-narrated by Mary (from Google)
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When a parent with dementia behaves in ways that seem confusing, frightening or exhausting, it's natural to feel lost. This book shifts the question from 'What's wrong with them?' to 'What are they trying to communicate?' Drawing on mainstream clinical understanding and the real‑world experience of family carers, you'll learn to see agitation, repetition, wandering and withdrawal as expressions of unmet need — not personal attacks. Each chapter unpacks one common behavioural pattern, explains the brain changes that can drive it, and offers practical, respectful responses you can try today. There are step‑by‑step guides for handling washing, dressing and eating without a battle, calming crisis moments, and adapting your home and routines to reduce confusion. Crucially, you'll also find honest advice on when to seek professional help, how to navigate medication decisions and how to protect your own wellbeing without guilt. Written with warmth and clarity, this is a handbook for staying present, reducing distress and maintaining a loving connection — even when the world feels upside down. Part of The Caring for a Parent Library.
When a parent with dementia behaves in ways that seem confusing, frightening or exhausting, it's natural to feel lost. This book shifts the question from 'What's wrong with them?' to 'What are they trying to communicate?' Drawing on mainstream clinical understanding and the real‑world experience ...
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Marisol Aldbourne Ashfordly writes for The Caring for a Parent Library.
Marisol Aldbourne Ashfordly writes for The Caring for a Parent Library.
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