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He has personality issues that have went on for decades. Spent a year in the psych ward during the end of WWII (not post-traumatic). He should have went back decades ago and maybe the family would have had some peace.
Whatever they are giving him it has helped. Hope the doctor writes the perscription by the gross.
And Jinx4740 -- you typed two words that have helped me today. "His choice." Sometimes, that is simply what it all comes down to and you just have to step away to save yourself.
My father refused anything, and was suicidal on and off. His choice.
I hope the good effects last!
If it is OTHER....such as bipolar or other behavior/mood issues, an antidepressant can either help some, work limitedly, or make things worse.
When the SSRI antidepressants came out, reps instructed Docs that "if your patient has trouble sleeping at night, give them the old Tricyclic antidepressants; if they sleep fine nights, then they are best candidates for the SSRI antidepressants".
The reps no longer instruct docs in that respect on these.
I do not know why. It worked in our office.
For anxiety, it might be possible that assessing environmental issues and resolving those could decrease anxiety....infection, uncomfortable night routines, food issues, bathing issues, constipation, etc.
There are many alternatives / complimentary medicine things that can help.
One really needs to get educated properly on use of them, as, many DO act in similar ways as meds.
Magnesium is really under-used.
People who don't or can't eat dark green leafy veggies, are deficient in not only magnesium, but other minerals and nutrients critical to good health.
OTH, when someone is coming to the end of their lifespans, it can be VERY tough figuring at what point to just keep them as comfortable as possible, because there is no way to prevent their deterioration....at some point, it needs asked, how much more to put them through, when they are not used to it or have too much difficulty making healthier changes..
But helping an elder regain some calm is really a good thing for all involved.
There are different kinds of Magnesium so please just don't run out and grab a bottle of whatever is on the shelf. This one element can make all the difference in your life and your Moms.
I can't believe anyone would go through the stressful effects of progressive dementia without the aid of medications that can decrease anxiety and depression.
With or without dementia, we all do better if we are not sleep deprived. If the antidepressant seems to be improving things, just enjoy that as long as it lasts. As the dementia advances it may not continue to help as much, or a different med or adjustment to dose may be needed, but celebrate whatever works!