TokiContributor
I could use some advice...
So i should probably talk about this rather than let it bounce around i my head..
My relative has shown definite symptoms of dementia(I know this site is more for mental illness like depression, anxiety, and such but I was hoping for a different perspective). At first, it wasn't as noticeable and she hid it well. But now, it's definitely a concern I have. She forgets recent events, what she says, and conversations she's had. I have to remind, reiterate what she's said so she can remember. She's older, but now it's becoming more of an issue that it's affecting her life. She'll put something down, then walk away. Few minutes later, she wonders where she had put it and looks everywhere for it. I want to talk to her about this, discuss it openly and hopefully try to find a resolution, but because of previous traumas, she won't. She just won't.
I've looked into dementia and Alzheimers a bit, but I'm completely lost. I want to talk about it with others who have been through it, but I'm not sure where to go. I think she may have lewy bodies too, but I'm not sure until I get a second opinion. Any advice? Are there any good forums where I can go to with this? Any information or advice would be helpful.
Thanks, Toki
