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Mother Says She Cannot See Well Indoors, She Says It's To Dark Even Using LED Lights Equivalent To 200 Watts . Any Suggestions?

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August 5, 2020
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Members connected over the confusing and often overlooked issue of vision problems in Alzheimer's and dementia, with several sharing that... Read more

Members connected over the confusing and often overlooked issue of vision problems in Alzheimer's and dementia, with several sharing that their loved ones report difficulty seeing or say it's too dark despite adequate lighting, a symptom doctors have attributed to the brain's declining ability to process visual information rather than the eyes themselves. Many members described the exhausting experience of constant following, shadowing, and loss of personal space, with one member expressing deep frustration over being unable to find solitude or rest from caregiving demands. A recurring theme was the importance of seeking moments of respite, choosing battles wisely, and letting go of the need to correct or confront loved ones about confusing behaviors or untruths, as doing so often leads to aggression or distress without meaningful benefit.

A myALZteam Member

Have you taken her to be checked for cataracts or macular degeneration? Sending hugs and support!❤️

August 5, 2020
A myALZteam Member

I'm really new to this but have found it's best to say nothing. My husband's pleasant, loving, kind demeanor is changing everyday into a more aggressive one. Chances are he won't remember even telling you the lie. If he needs a shower, you might lay his clothes out and tell him how handsome he looks in those clothes, especially after a shower!

August 13, 2020
A myALZteam Member

Vcobb, alone time is quite a treat anymore, I also get so tired of the following, etc. I suppose this too will pass??? Solitude used to restore me......now I hand scrub the floors, with an audience 💃

August 18, 2020
A myALZteam Member

Question. When my husband stays in the bathroom at 2 AM and at 2:30 I get up and ask what he is doing he says I took a shower now getting dressed. I said ok. At 3 :30 he came out and left the bedroom. I went into bathroom and the shower was dry. Soap was dry he didn't shower. My question is. Do I confront him that I know he didn't shower as he said or let it go. He is getting more aggressive lately toward my correcting him or asking questions of why he did something. He got in my face the other day and yelled at me to SHUT the HELL Up. Then walked away and said I'm not listening to you anymore. I was pretty shocked and hurt. This isn t him. I didn't say a word again. I answered questions yes or no and didn't offer any suggestions again. Should I confront the lie he told. Not first time either. Or stay quiet?

August 13, 2020
A myALZteam Member

My husband also says his eye sight is not as good also wasn't sure if it had to do with the illness. I guess it does happen another hurdle☹☹

August 17, 2020

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