Alzheimer and Hallucinations
Alzheimer’s disease and hallucinations seem to go hand in hand. What are hallucinations? Perceptions related to the senses do not exist. For example, a person with Alzheimer’s disease see, feel, hear, smell or taste things that do not exist. A patient of Alzheimer’s disease may suddenly hear about or shading of a person, but he really does not happen.
This is a common problem with Alzheimer’s disease as the disease progresses. If hallucinations do not disturb or concern, you can choose to ignore them. But if there are permanently, you have to take steps to address them. Some of the things you can do to manage Alzheimer’s disease and hallucinations are:
* Try to reassure the person in a very quiet way.
* Do not argue with the person about his hallucinations. Remember, for the person that these are real.
* Sometimes a person with Alzheimer’s disease may have hallucinations because of worry or fear. Looking for the problem and try to fix, like taking the person to a well lit room, if you are scared.
* To divert the attention of the person, either by trying to engage him or her in any other activity or reproduction of the person’s favorite music.
* The environment also can cause hallucinations in a person with Alzheimer’s disease. Therefore, look for triggers such as mirrors or noises that are causing hallucinations and try to finish them.
Remember, for the person that hallucinations are real and you spend your time trying to convince the person that they are images. This can cause other problems such as the aggressive person. Use the above tips for managing Alzheimer’s disease and hallucinations and you should do about fine.
Posted in 
Tags: