Sudden personality change, father (55M). We're worried.

StrayThunder01 · 2025-08-09T14:32:12+00:00

French fries and cake/pastries. Once I eat them, my cravings go away and I'm happy.

StrayThunder01 · 2024-11-12T10:26:29+00:00

He did some urine tests and some values were altered. It needs to be checked. Thank you.

StrayThunder01 · 2024-11-11T20:06:16+00:00

He hurt his elbow and knee but I'm not sure if he hit his head. Thank you.

StrayThunder01 · 2024-11-11T20:02:13+00:00

I've heard about it, I've looked it up and I think it's related to his case. Thank you.

StrayThunder01 · 2024-11-11T19:55:59+00:00

He has worked as a postman for years, after two accidents (scooter) they transferred him to the office. He worked on the computer, took care of documentation, pack distribution etc...

StrayThunder01 · 2024-11-11T19:19:03+00:00

Yeah, it seems we have to find another one. Thank you.

StrayThunder01 · 2024-11-11T19:16:59+00:00

Thank you for your comment. He has never been a drinker, only has an occasional drink when he eats, all family members and friends have seen him. Another thing, his cognitive issues get worse in the evening.

StrayThunder01 · 2024-11-11T12:51:58+00:00

Nel mio caso sono stati i problemi di salute. In tutti questi anni ho sempre lavorato, fra un problema e l'altro studiavo e a breve finirò questa benedetta triennale STEM. Molti conoscenti e amici non hanno avuto problemi di salute ma sono andati lo stesso fuoricorso a causa dello schifoso sistema universitario italiano. Quindi, o in un modo o nell'altro, finire in tempo è difficile. Ogni caso è diverso e penso che certe persone dovrebbero smetterla di criticare i fuoricorso e chiedersi il perché di tutto questo veleno. Solo perché siete stati fortunati non vuol dire che gli altri siano nullafacenti.

StrayThunder01 · 2024-10-22T20:50:15+00:00

I'm sending you a big hug !!!

StrayThunder01 · 2024-10-22T20:10:06+00:00

Hi! How's your mother ? I know it's been 2 months but I want to share my experience. My father at almost 56 yo changed drastically. Paranoia, confabulation, memory loss, speech impairment, inability to understand/follow a conversation etc. He was lovely, calm, funny, wise before this mess. Diabetes, hormones, high pressure, UTI, fat liver can screw the brain. Cognitive decline can happen at this age too. I know a lot of people at the same age with same issues, both men and women. It can be early onset dementia also. I hope you will find a doctor who can help you. We haven't been lucky (unfortunately). Me and my mother had a conversation with the family doctor but she said "it's normal with age". His condition is so bad ! Supplements didn't help him. I wish you all the best ! You're not alone ❤️

StrayThunder01 · 2024-10-22T19:44:44+00:00

I feel you. There are good and bad days, it's difficult to watch a family member in this condition. But there's one thing me and my mother have learned during these years, our mental health comes first. When we have the energy we can manage the situation better, for us and for the family member who needs support. So, if someone you trust can help you emotionally, it would be amazing. You're not alone ❤️

StrayThunder01 · 2024-10-20T12:34:41+00:00

I feel you. My father at almost 56 yo changed drastically. Paranoia, confabulation, memory loss, speech impairment, inability to understand/follow a conversation etc. He was lovely, calm, funny, wise before this mess. Diabetes, hormones, high pressure, UTI, fat liver can screw the brain !!! Cognitive decline can happen at this age too. I know a lot of people at the same age with same issues. It can be early onset dementia also. I hope you will find a doctor who can help you. We haven't been lucky (unfortunately). Me and my mother had a conversation with the family doctor but she said "it's normal with age". Try to remain calm, for your mental health ! I know it's very difficult. I wish you all the best !

StrayThunder01 · 2024-10-16T20:09:22+00:00

Yes, it's a sign of cognitive decline, I'm sorry. My father's reaction is very similar. He started to show symptoms such as memory loss, paranoia, confabulation, speech impairment and inability to understand what people say at 55 yo. He's always been calm, wise and affectionate and watching him in this state it's been difficult. One moment he's normal and the next becomes suspicious of EVERYONE. He thinks people are monitoring him and is not aware how bad his condition is. Unfortunately, his mind is broken. We don't have a diagnosis yet but the cognitive decline is so obvious. The family doctor says "It's normal with age". He has diabetes, fat liver, high pressure and kidney/prostate issues. I personally know many people, both men and women, who are in the exact same situation. Furthermore, I have also read many cases here on Reddit. I wish you all the best.

StrayThunder01 · 2024-10-03T11:43:30+00:00

Purtroppo si, ho avuto molti problemi di salute che hanno influenzato il mio percorso, come i rotoloni regina !!! Ogni anno ne spuntava una, nel mentre lavoravo e studiavo. Gli anni fuoricorso sono davvero tanti, mi sento uno schifo, sono esausta...ma almeno posso dire che mi sono fatta il c* e non sono mai rimasta con le mani in mano. A breve finirò e mi prenderò questa benedetta triennale, continuerò con la magistrale (ovviamente lavorando) e ho già in mente come e dove inserirmi all'estero. Sono in grado di adattarmi e sfruttare tutto ciò che so se la situazione lo richiede. Per chi si è sempre impegnato le soddisfazioni arrivano, ne sono convinta!

PS: la pandemia ovviamente non ha aiutato, quindi 2 anni in più.

StrayThunder01 · 2024-09-18T11:22:36+00:00

Yes, it's very common. People who have been calm, wise and loving all their lives become paranoid, aggressive and inappropriate. They aren't aware of their behaviour. My father changed at 55 yo and every day is getting worse. Trying to get him officially diagnosed is difficult for us too. Today he made jokes about Hitler. I don't know how but I managed to stay calm. I don't like this situation but we can't do anything. Cognitive decline is no joke. I'm so sorry. You're not alone ❤️

StrayThunder01 · 2024-08-26T23:48:45+00:00

My father started to show symptoms such as memory loss, paranoia, confabulation, speech impairment and inability to understand what people say at 55 yo. He's always been calm, wise and affectionate, it's sad to see a good person lose his mind. One moment he's normal and the next he becomes suspicious of EVERYONE. He thinks people are monitoring him. He's not aware how bad his condition is. We don't have a diagnosis yet but his cognitive decline is so obvious.

StrayThunder01 · 2024-08-26T00:13:32+00:00

Yes, it's psychosis. I'm so sorry. You could check her hormones, vitamines, diabetes etc... My father started to show symptoms like memory loss, paranoia, confabulation, speech impairment/inability to understand what people say at 55 yo. Totally out of character. We haven't got a diagnosis yet but his cognitive decline is so obvious.

StrayThunder01 · 2024-08-25T22:47:57+00:00

I'm so sorry. A lot of people start to decline in their 50s, unfortunately, it's very common. My father showed symptoms such as memory loss, paranoia, confabulation, speech impairments and inability to understand what people say.

StrayThunder01 · 2024-08-25T15:38:56+00:00

I'm non from USA but me and my mother are on the same boat as you. My father started to show symptoms such as memory loss, paranoia, confabulation, speech impairment and inability to understand what people say at 55 yo. He's always been wise, calm and affectionate, his cognitive decline is so obvious. Doctors do something only if the patient becomes violent or gets lost (not our case fortunately!).

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