Why Some People With Dementia Become Mean

If your loved one with dementia has become mean, sharp, cruel, or just completely different toward you, I want you to hear this first: you are not imagining it. And you are not failing. This is one of the most painful parts of dementia caregiving because it doesn't just feel hard. It feels personal. In this video I explain exactly what is happening in the brain that causes this, why it is not their true personality coming out, and how to understand it in a way that protects both your heart and your sanity. Learn more about the Care Collective: https://careblazers.com/for-families --- ⏱ CHAPTERS 0:00 - When dementia makes someone mean or cruel 1:19 - Why this is not their true personality 2:34 - What's happening in the brain (the simple explanation) 5:20 - Why you are the one receiving the harshest behavior 6:01 - Is this who they really were all along? 7:15 - What makes it worse and what actually helps 8:30 - You don't have to carry this alone --- Get free weekly tools and tips in my newsletter, The Dementia Dose here: https://tinyurl.com/dementiadose-yt https://careblazers.com   / dementia_careblazers     / dementiacareblazers   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.