Leah, your postings are always so helpful. I am very glad I discovered them.
Can I add something? Re: "Your loved one with dementia may get depressed...it often goes hand in hand...when he/she begins to lament his/her limitations, try to change the subject. Go on to something more positive."
I think it is important to complete a grieving process and that comes in an installment plan that is different for each patient. When we recognize the loss of certain functions we may NEED to express that grief verbally, receive validation and THEN go on with life. Postponing the process is equally as destructive as being stalled in the grieving process. Finding this community has been very validating for me; there are others going thru many of the same experiences I am going thru -- I am not alone with no one who truly understands. Thank you.
Thank you for adding to my entry topic. Validation is very important. You are so very right! I can remember a time when my feelings were not validated (probably I've had many times but I can't remember them) and I do still feel that the discussion was incomplete. I feel incomplete, too, if you know what I mean. So, I know what you are talking about when you talk about validation being important. Many thanks for taking the time to add your valuable comments!
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Leah, your positive spirit, which I know can't be easy to hang on to, comes through loud and clear in this post. Your caring heart, as well. Thank you for contining to teach us, my friend.
Blessings,
Carol
Thank you, my friend!