Surprising Symptoms of Dementia: PART 2

Hey Careblazers! Welcome back to our dementia awareness journey. Part two is here, and you won't believe what we've uncovered! 🕵️‍♂️ In this video, we dive deep into five surprising symptoms that often fly under the radar, leaving many caregivers perplexed. From bizarre syndromes to unexpected sensory changes, we've got it covered.

🤔 Ever wondered if your loved one's diagnosis might be missing something? Join me as we explore the lesser-known aspects of dementia that often get overlooked.

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In case you haven’t met me, my name is Natali Edmonds and I am a board certified geropsychologist. That means that I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in working with older adults. One day, while hiking a trail, I came up with the idea for Careblazers and I decided to see if posting videos online could provide help to the many other Careblazers in the world who don’t get to have help come directly to them in their homes. I hope that this work helps you in some way on your caregiving journey.
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Key Moments:
00:00 Introduction to Surprising Symptoms Part 2
01:12 Understanding Symptom Misconceptions
02:00 Capgras Syndrome: The Imposter Phenomenon
03:00 Changes in Smell: An Olfactory Journey
04:57 Age and Dementia: Beyond the Stereotype
07:00 Random Remembering Rollercoaster
08:00 No Specific Symptom Determines Stage

[debbiethieme]

I’m watching because my husband was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s about a year ago. I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s about 8 years ago, and the loss of my sense of small was one of the symptoms that led to a correct diagnosis. Most people with Parkinson’s can’t smell. It’s a running joke in my Rock Steady Boxing class that it’s a good thing we can’t smell each other after an intense 1 1/2 hour workout!

[carolyn]

These videos would be great training tools for nursinghome staff as well as helpful for all of us .

[betsygroves]

My mother passed away with FTD in 2013. I had never heard of this before. Later as we read and tried to understand what this was, we saw that mom had all of these symptoms for 5-8 years before she died.
My sisters and I took very good care of her in the last 3–5 months. It was so sad to watch her disappear within herself.
We were able to laugh at moments, the one most remembered was she would call dad ‘that old man’.
I live in fear of having and dying from dementia.

[Carolynnin]

Thank you! I am curious to learn more about the loss of sense of smell. My 78 yr old mother recently had an MRI brain scan and the neurologist said the results show vascular dementia. The interesting thing is that back in 2019 she had suddenly lost her sense of smell and taste. She saw a neurologist and and had a scan but they never found out why. And it's not that she can't tell smells apart, she can't smell ANYTHING. She can taste spicy heat, salt and pepper, but no sweet or flavor of any kind. It's totally stumped everyone.

[paulah]

My late husband qualified for complete services when he was diagnosed with Lewy Body dementia. He was 58. He immediately got SSI, qualified for Medicare early, got into dementia care community programs. He stayed on my medical insurance since I was still working at the time. It was all helpful.

[melanytodd]

Ah, bless you 🙏 ❣ I KNEW that my dad ( now 90) had dementia. Everyone fought with me... for 10 YEARS. 😢

[kwbywpl]

Dr. Natali, Thank you for another great video. Please do a part 3. Thank you for pointing out that people with early onset dementia are not able to qualify for many of the services that older people with dementia do. This needs to change, and many of us will have to push very hard to make this a reality.

[debrajackson]

Concerning symptom #4 ... Two years ago my husband totally forgot to pay bills. This was something he had always done. I didn't know this until almost 3 months later (what a mess). YET, whenever we go somewhere and eat at a new/unfamiliar restaurant, he is able to find his way to the restroom (perhaps he asks directions) and then find his way back to wherever we are sitting. I stopped letting him drive 2 years ago (a very difficult time) by telling him the medication the doctor had him taking was the reason.

[rebeccashoemaker]

Another great video! Thank you. You may want to check your audio equipment. The sound of your video was distorted.

[birdhood]

Yes, yes, yes. Please do a Part 3. Thank you for all your valuable information that isn’t readily available to those of us who have a loved one with dementia. 💗💗💗

[Tobico]

What a relief to know my mom's condition, where she KNEW I was replaced by an uncaring -itch, was long over due. None of her specialists ever said that word to me as I struggled to describe her behavior. Thankfully she had only this symptom from this grouping.

[lucidf]

Lost Sense of smell, random memory. Some technology helps these, smoke, gas sensors, reminders via smart phones, etc. But, that only goes so far in helping someone in decline. Thanks for these, it’s a learning process for caregivers.

[catherinebrooks]

Yes, please, part 3.
Did you mention getting stuck in a loop. Or stuttering (when never did before) Also
wondering about compulsively “collecting things” or “shopping” as friends have called it is a symptom.

[subversivevegan]

Just as in the first part, I see at least two of these in hindsight. Thank you so much for the continuing education; I learn so much from your compassionate care.

[melissaknight]

My husband definitely has some random specific memories. It's very frustrating. Thsnk you for all your information.

[susanh]

Thank you, this series is very helpful. I would appreciate a part 3. Thank you for making these videos.

[jillianroberts]

Thank you for this its very helpful! My Mom has loss of smell and her eyes and hearing loss are getting worse. Is this because of dementia? She is 89. Part 3 would be most helpful! 🙏🏼💕

[mary-garnermerz]

The random remembering symptom that my loved one experiences is the symptom that makes *me* feel like I'm the paranoid one who needs a caregiver - lol - seriously, she can't remember the simplest things, but can nail others.
Sometimes my husband and I joke that we're being punked.

[sandic]

I so much appreciate all your videos. They have been a lifeline for me. I watched my dad go through the stages of dementia 10 years ago and now my husband. I'd love a part 3 as well.

[dawndalydardick]

EXCELLENT INFORMATION..PEOPLE NEED ALL THE KNOWLEDGE THEY CAN GATHER.HAVE DEALT WITH FAMILY & FRIENDS & OTHERS I HELPED THROUGHOUT MY LIFE.THANK YOU.