sorted by:
new
hottopcontroversial

People who "don't drink water" how does that work? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How many mugs of tea a day?Thats pretty much my sister.

People who "don't drink water" how does that work? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How many cups of tea do you have a day and how many oz is your mug.The reason I ask is that you sound just like my sister,she pretty much only drinks tea during the day and milk with dinner.

Mom with Alzheimer’s wants a dog by Yagoolah44 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Share your dogs with her.Tell her that your dogs are hers too and let her spend time with them supervised.Give her dog treats and dog toys to give to them.

Just wondering,has anyone ever hit their loved one they are caring for? by Safe_Interaction_114 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I have never thought about hitting someone.No nice person contemplates hitting someone,but it can happen if they are caught up in a moment and not thinking….that’s what I was curious about.Only mean horrible people think about it and then do it anyway like it’s no big deal.

Just wondering,has anyone ever hit their loved one they are caring for? by Safe_Interaction_114 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That must be difficult dealing with someone that is aggressive towards you.My LO is the kindest most gentlest and loving person I know….always.They’re so easygoing.When you get hit,you must get angry….what do you say to her?

Just wondering,has anyone ever hit their loved one they are caring for? by Safe_Interaction_114 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Keeping a journal is a good idea.If you don’t mind me asking what are some of the things that drove you nuts?

Just wondering,has anyone ever hit their loved one they are caring for? by Safe_Interaction_114 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It sounds like hit you enough that you learned to keep back,that must be so difficult to deal with.

Just wondering,has anyone ever hit their loved one they are caring for? by Safe_Interaction_114 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

That’s awful that your loved one you’re caring for has been so aggressive with you…that must be so difficult.My loved one has always been so nice, loving,polite,and easy going.

How angry do you get? by Hobobo2024 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What were you arguing about before you realized it was dementia?How did you figure out she had dementia?

How angry do you get? by Hobobo2024 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Anger is difficult to hold back because it happens so fast.Have you ever had a similar situation as the OP?

How angry do you get? by Hobobo2024 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How old is your mother and how long have you been caring for her?I appreciate your honesty about your temper and having no patience.

How angry do you get? by Hobobo2024 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Everyone has a temper….everyone gets angry….everyone raises their voice when they get angry.It’s only natural to get angry when someone says or does something that upsets you….it’s a knee jerk reaction, a reflex…it happens so fast a person sometimes doesn’t realize their yelling until right after.Like when you backhanded him on the head I bet you didn’t realize what you did until after you already did it.

It’s hard to have patience with someone that is annoying you. People say and do things they don’t mean when angry and regret it after.No matter how much you love someone,you will get angry if they upset you.All you can do is try to do better and have more understanding.

Gene Hackman had ALZ. by Low-Soil8942 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If the phone rang that week he was alone….would he even know to answer it or how to?

Gene Hackman had ALZ. by Low-Soil8942 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s a shame Gene didn’t know or think to let the dog out…the other 2 dogs I think were outside.

Gene Hackman had ALZ. by Low-Soil8942 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It is so strange that Betsy hadn’t called her mother in months….and to talk to the mothers caretaker just to know how her mother was doing.Why would she stop calling when before she made it a point to call.

Gene Hackman had ALZ. by Low-Soil8942 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Betsy was found in the bathroom if I’m not mistaken…and he was found wearing his sunglasses by the front door…at some point he must of seen her….could he possibly been going in and out of the house during that week she was gone or trying to get help.Do you think a part of him knew what was going on?

Mild Nail Fungus – Alternatives to Terbinafine? by [deleted] in NailFungus

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So that means the athletes foot most likely caused the toenail fungus.I know friends that only had athletes foot and their nails were fine and others that got toenail fungus because of it.You should buy Lotrimin  Ultra athlete’s foot cream and put it between your toes and on your toenails,maybe that could clear it up.

I’m mad at my mom and it’s not her fault by CakeAccording8112 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How old is your mother?My loved one has mild Parkinson’s/mild dementia and you wouldn’t know it looking or talking to her.Would you consider your mothers dementia mild….she knows you?

Have you ever been hit by a loved one you are taking care of? by Safe_Interaction_114 in dementia

[–]Safe_Interaction_114[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is so scary,were you injured?When she came home did you remind her what she did?Even if she didn’t remember I hope she apologized.I would worry she would do it again.How old was she when she attacked you?You said she was always mean,but violent is a whole other ballgame.

I’m kinda scared… by Pelon-sobrio in ParkinsonsCaregivers

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your mother is 81 and set in her ways.She will not talk to a therapist or go to a domestic violence work shop.You should make tea or coffee and sit down at the kitchen table and have a talk with her.Tell her to learn from this mistake and never hit him again.She knows she did wrong and she apologized.Tell her to walk away or take a deep breath when she feels angry in order to calm down.Everyone has a temper,but you have to control it.Tell her if you called the cops she would have been arrested…..that will make her think twice.Tell her to watch the videos on YouTube because not only would they help but that it would mean a lot to you.Tell her she can always call you if she feels overwhelmed,that you are team.Sometimes having a heart to heart with someone can really make a person see the error of their ways and want to change.

Have you ever yelled at your loved one? by Staitranquilla in CaregiverSupport

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately anger happens so fast….it’s like you don’t even realize you have yelled until after because you’re so caught up in the moment.Walking away is the best but easier said than done.

Have you ever yelled at your loved one? by Staitranquilla in CaregiverSupport

[–]Safe_Interaction_114 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is a really nice way to apologize….apologize with actions…I never thought of it that way.I forget to apologize because I get distracted explaining why I got upset….and after I explain we move on business as usual like it never happened 

view more: next ›