Dementia and Broken Filters: "How Can They Say That?"

Why can dementia cause someone to suddenly say things that seem rude, offensive or completely out of character? In this episode, Kelly discusses how dementia can affect the brain’s social filter, why these behaviors may be worse at certain times, and how understanding what’s happening can help families respond with less conflict.

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Resources

DISINHIBITION

https://www.dementia.org.au/living-dementia/mood-and-behaviour-changes/disinhibition

TIPS FOR MANAGING DISINHIBITION

https://www.dementiahub.sg/living-well-with-dementia/tips-for-managing-disinhibited-behaviours/

ALZHEIMER’S CARE TIPS: MANAGING DISINHIBITING BEHAVIORS

https://www.continuumcare.com/managing-disinhibiting-behaviors/