Understanding Dementia Behaviour and Emotional Changes

How to Respond to Challenging Behaviour in Lewy Body Dementia

At some point, the person may begin to react differently. You may notice sudden frustration, emotional outbursts, withdrawal, or strong reactions to small situations.

And you may think: “This is not like them.”

What Is Happening in the Person

In Lewy Body Dementia, the brain’s ability to regulate emotions, interpret situations, and respond appropriately be…