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How to treat impending trauma?
Alzheimer's seems to take the whole family down. What are the ways to avoid that? I've been watching self-help videos about treating trauma. The videos I've come across address past trauma and how it…1 -
Re: Frozen in time for a minute
My husband with EOA had four major seizures. First he was on Keppra. Now he is taking Valproic Acid. 250mg morning and afternoon and 400 mg at night. The seizures are awful and he declines further af…2 -
Unable to change soiled clothing
** update** Thanks for the advice and words of encouragement. For some reason DH decided to change his clothing. He could not do it on his own. He let me help. Smelly clothing is now pre-soaking in w…1 -
Re: Unbelievable rage
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/73811/unbelievable-rage My DH goes into a rage anytime I suggest that he do anything. When he gets that way he sometimes physically threatens me. I have learned to…1 -
Re: How to treat impending trauma?
I just read something today that said try to live in the moment and find moments of joy and happiness. The person was a caregiver. I think you also posted something similar. My wise Mom told me once …4 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (209)
I'm feeling a bit better after laying down all day and eating nothing but ginger ale. About an hour ago I went to the buffet and got some carrot soup, some fruit, a roll and mashed potatoes, along wi…1 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (209)
HB, I am on the Holland America Eurodam. I've run into some trouble. I've been seasick since last night after dinner. I am still seasick. I had one episode of vomiting and was unable to have breakfas…1 -
Re: ugh I am just so sad
Thank you all for your kind support and comments. My diagnosis is not good, and I am so tired that I do not have the strength to visit him while he is at the hospital. I am concerned he might feel ab…1 -
Happier When I leave
Hello, So I noticed after 9 years of seeing my mom. I am happier when I leave the NH than when I go. I noticed that with the other visitors today as well. However thank God I saw her again. God bless.1 -
Re: Bowel incontinence
My DH just started losing control of his bowels. But I’m in a different situation as he can’t stand/walk and is in a wheelchair. It’s still a mess to clean up. I hate for him that he’s double inconti…1
Commonly Used Abbreviations
DH = Dear Husband
DW= Dear Wife, Darling Wife
LO = Loved One
ES = Early Stage
EO = Early Onset
FTD = Frontotemporal Dementia
VD = Vascular Dementia
MC = Memory Care
AL = Assisted Living
POA = Power of Attorney
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