Hi @A myALZteam Member! It is hard to not allow him to have alcohol, especially if he sees it as a treat or maybe even more necessary. My mom has a thing for junk food, so bad for her given her obesity. How do we keep them from their vices without blowups? I'm still working on it..
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October 10
It's understandable to be concerned about your husband's drinking. Alcohol can worsen Alzheimer's symptoms, and heavy drinking in particular has been linked to faster decline. Even moderate drinking can disrupt sleep and increase confusion.
There are also important safety risks to keep in mind:
- Alcohol can interact Show Full Answer
It's understandable to be concerned about your husband's drinking. Alcohol can worsen Alzheimer's symptoms, and heavy drinking in particular has been linked to faster decline. Even moderate drinking can disrupt sleep and increase confusion.
There are also important safety risks to keep in mind:
- Alcohol can interact dangerously with Alzheimer's medications, including sleep aids, causing drowsiness, confusion, and dizziness
- Drinking hard liquor may cause faster progression than beer or wine
- Even small amounts, like a holiday glass of wine, can disrupt sleep significantly Here are some practical steps that may help:
- Talk to his doctor — they can advise on whether any of his medications interact with alcohol and provide personalized guidance
- Try swapping drinks — offer nonalcoholic wine or beer, or dilute alcoholic drinks gradually so he may not notice the difference
- Limit availability — simply not having alcohol in the home can reduce temptation
- Watch for patterns — if drinking happens at certain times, try redirecting with another activity or beverage
The decision to stop drinking is best made with guidance from his healthcare team, who can tailor advice to his specific medications and needs.
October 10
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