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> 5.1 Changed behaviours
> 5.2 Problem solving
> 5.3 Depression and dementia
> 5.4 Wandering
> 5.5 Sundowning
> 5.6 Anxious behaviours
> 5.7 Aggressive behaviours
> 5.8 Agitated behaviours
> 5.9 Hallucinations and false ideas
> 5.10 Disinhibited behaviours
5.1 Changed behaviours
This Help Sheet looks at some of the common behaviour changes that may occur when a person has dementia. Reasons for the changes and some general guidelines for coping with them are discussed.
Help Sheet - 5.1 Changed behaviours
PDF file, 160 KB, October 2009
5.2 Problem solving
This Help Sheet discusses some ways to think about any changes in behaviours that are occurring as a result of dementia. It describes a problem solving approach that may help you manage any behaviours if and when they arise.
Help Sheet - 5.2 Problem solving
PDF file, 150 KB, October 2009
5.3 Depression and dementia
This Help Sheet looks at depression in people with dementia, how to recognise it, and importantly, ways in which it may be treated.
Help Sheet - 5.3 Depression and dementia
PDF file, 166 KB, October 2009
5.4 Wandering
This Help Sheet looks at the wandering behaviour of some people with dementia. The reasons for wandering are discussed, as well as some suggestions for ways to manage it.
Help Sheet - 5.4 Wandering
PDF file, 149 KB, October 2009
5.5 Sundowning
This Help Sheet explains why some people with dementia are particularly restless in the afternoon and evening, a condition sometimes known as sundowning. It gives some practical advice to families and carers for managing sundowning.
Help Sheet - 5.5 Sundowning
PDF file, 193 KB, October 2009
5.6 Anxious behaviours
For some people anxiety may be a distressing symptom of dementia. This Help Sheet discusses the causes of anxious behaviours and suggests some ways to manage them effectively, as well as some sources of additional help.
Help Sheet - 5.6 Anxious behaviours
PDF file, 164 KB, October 2009
5.7 Aggressive behaviours
Aggressive behaviour may sometimes occur as a result of dementia. This Help Sheet discusses the causes of aggressive behaviours, suggests some ways to manage and some sources of help.
Help Sheet - 5.7 Aggressive behaviours
PDF file, 148 KB, October 2009
5.8 Agitated behaviours
Agitated behaviours can be a very concerning symptom of dementia. This Help Sheet discusses some of the causes of agitated behaviours and suggests ways to prevent and manage them if they occur.
Help Sheet - 5.8 Agitated behaviours
PDF file, 148 KB, October 2009
5.9 Hallucinations and false ideas
Hallucinations and false ideas such as paranoia and delusions may be very distressing symptoms of dementia. This Help Sheet discusses some of the causes, and suggests ways that families and carers can deal with them.
Help Sheet - 5.9 Hallucinations and false ideas
PDF file, 150 KB, October 2009
5.10 Disinhibited behaviours
Changes in the behaviour of people are very common. Sometimes this can include behaviours that are tactless, inappropriate or offensive. These are usually called disinhibited behaviours. This Help Sheet describes the signs and causes of disinhibited behaviours, as well as some sources of help.
Help Sheet - 5.10 Disinhibited behaviours
PDF file, 158 KB, October 2009
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© Alzheimer’s Australia 2005
updated: 26 October 2009
created: 2 December 2002
