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Supporting a loved one with Alzheimer’s – strategies that work and pitfalls to avoid

This panel brings together Lucile Agarrat, psychologist at the Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal, Sylvie Grenier, Executive Director of the Federation of Quebec Alzheimer Societies, Dr. Christine Grou, psychologist and President of the Ordre, and Natalie Choquette, singer and caregiver.

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The white lie

Is it always best to tell the truth? When someone with Alzheimer’s asks you the same question repeatedly, it’s hard not to get impatient and try to reason with them.

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Disinhibition, with psychologist Dr. Christine Grou

Disinhibition can manifest as unusual and socially unacceptable behaviours, such as rude or insulting language or comments, personality changes and inappropriate gestures.

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Suffering among seniors, with psychologist Dr. Valérie Bourgeois- Guérin

While aging can sometimes bring a renewed sense of freedom, it also involves facing loss, pain and suffering, which can be physical, psychological or existential.

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Focusing on the person and their needs

Learning that a loved one has a neurocognitive disorder (NCD) can be very unsettling. After the initial shock, many questions arise and you don’t always know how to help.

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Observe to act more effectively

It’s not always easy to understand what’s going on in the mind of someone with a neurocognitive disorder.

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