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Apathy
Disinhibition
Pain
Wandering
Sleep

It’s not always easy to understand what’s going on in the mind of someone with a neurocognitive disorder. But by taking the time to observe and understand them, we can more effectively support them.

In a series of videos, Dr. Christine Grou, psychologist and president of the Ordre des psychologues du Québec, explores five conditions that individuals with neurocognitive disorders may experience: apathy, wandering, sleep, pain and disinhibition.

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Wandering, with psychologist Dr. Christine Grou

When your loved one’s movements seem hesitant, disoriented or aimless, they may be experiencing what is known as wandering

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Apathy, with psychologist Dr. Christine Grou

Apathy is an involuntary state characterized by an absence or loss of motivation and desire.

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Sleep, with psychologist Dr. Christine Grou

As we age, our sleep patterns change. Deep sleep phases become shorter, while light sleep increases, often leading to more frequent awakening. Older people generally sleep less than the rest of the population, and those living with a neurocognitive disorder may experience even more disturbed sleep.

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Pain, with psychologist Dr. Christine Grou

Pain is a common complaint among seniors and can have various causes, many of which are associated with age-related health issues. But it can be difficult to detect when the person is living with a neurocognitive disorder.

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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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