With few exceptions, most cars and trucks coming out of the factory these days are well-built and thoughtfully designed, earning high marks from consumers for their initial quality. But ask car buyers again in three years whether theyâre satisfied with their carâs reliability and you might get a different answer.
Hippocrates once said Our food should be our medicine. Our medicine should be our food.. In the case of dementia, a diet of nutrient-rich foods can improve patient outcomes and quality of life. Advanced dementia patients may forget to eat, and eventually don't feel hunger as a result of depression, medication side effects and cognitive decline.
Other factors may also affect the ability of a person with dementia to communicate-including pain, discomfort, illness or the side-effects of medication.If you suspect this might be happening, talk to the person's GP. Try to laugh together about misunderstandings and mistakes-it can help. 2  Try to include the person in conversations with others. 3  You may find this easier if you adapt the way you say things slightly. 4  Being included in social groups can help a person with dementia to preserve their sense of identity.