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Alzheimer's disease is a brain disorder that causes dementia. But what causes Alzheimers? What signs can you look for?...
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Q: pacing
asked by: dadspride on June 11th, 2009
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my father has alzheimers and has recently started pacing. He can't sit for more than 2-3 minutes and then he paces back and forth for several minutes. This goes on for a couple hours at a time and is worse at night time. Anyone else experiencing this? How do you minimize it? I have tried redirecting him but that too seems to only last a couple minutes. When I ask him if there is something wrong he says he is nervous but never offers any clues as to what he is nervous about. Maybe he doesn't even know himself but I would like to be able to settle him down at night so we can both get much needed rest. Any advice would be appreciated, thanks.
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kdlee
replied on June 11th, 2009
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I think what he has is called sundowners..He gets agitated when the night rolls in..

You may want to try hot chocolate or soothing music..
Before my dad fell and broke his hip he enjoyed both and still does..Only know he uses a walker some and cant dance anymore or get around very good..I really dislike the thoght of more meds but if needed then so be it..I wish you the best..
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rightside
replied on June 11th, 2009
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This is common in elderly people. It more than likely has nothing to do with the Alzheimer's. I have seen many older people do this, including my grandmother. Sometimes medication to relax or calm them down helps. I don't know if your father can take those kinds of meds, but you could mention it to his doctors and see what they can do for him.
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