Why Someone With Dementia Stops Doing Things

If your loved one used to fix things, run the household, stay busy and now they just sit there, you're probably wondering what happened. Are they depressed? Have they given up? Do they even care anymore? They do. And what's happening is not what it looks like. In this video I'm breaking down why someone with dementia withdraws from daily life, why their brain learns to stop trying, and why nothing you say seems to change it. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:30 Why ability declines faster than awareness 03:30 How the brain learns to avoid what feels bad 04:35 Three neurological shifts behind the withdrawal 07:00 Why reassurance stops working 08:15 When to talk to their doctor 09:15 How to get support from other caregivers Get free weekly tools and tips in my newsletter, The Dementia Dose here: https://tinyurl.com/dementiadose-yt https://careblazers.com   / dementia_careblazers     / dementiacareblazers   #dementia #dementiacare #alzheimers #dementiacaregiver Hi, I’m Dr. Natali Edmonds, a board-certified geropsychologist specializing in dementia care. Careblazers started as an idea during a hiking trip—I wanted to create free, expert-led dementia education that caregivers could access from anywhere. Our mission? Make dementia caregiving easier. Whether your loved one has Alzheimer’s, frontotemporal, Lewy body, vascular, or mixed dementia, we believe that to create a dementia-friendly world, we must first create a caregiver-friendly world. -- This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare provider for medical guidance.