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Catastrophic reactions often do not look like behavior caused by dementia. You must fully accept that these behaviors are not just stubbornness or nastiness but a response that the person with dementia cannot help. The person is not just denying reality or trying to manipulate you. Though it does seem strange, you ultimately may have more control over the person’s reaction than they do.

“Affection, reassurance, & calm are best, even when things make no sense.”