The American Psychological Association reveals that as our golden loved ones approach the end of their lives they, their families and care givers face tasks that include a broad array of choices or major decisions. Tasks include psychological, spiritual, legal, existential and preliminary medical. A dying person can be faced with choices about what kind of caregiver help they need at home or away from home in a facility.
All end-of-life medical decision choices have complex psychological ramifications and consequences that have an impact on the quality of the living of whom are dying. Each of these decisions should be discussed in terms of a value for the individual dying. Stress comes in when the system of medical care has its own primary values that does not coincide with the values of that person. Therefore, treatment or care possibilities by health care providers may overlook the dying person's wishes. Alzheimer's or other dementia plays a huge role it the misunderstanding of treatment plans. It can be a stressful situation. To aid in this dilemma, there is help. If you, your loved ones or the care giver are feeling stressed, get support from family, friends and these important resources bulleted here:
All end-of-life medical decision choices have complex psychological ramifications and consequences that have an impact on the quality of the living of whom are dying. Each of these decisions should be discussed in terms of a value for the individual dying. Stress comes in when the system of medical care has its own primary values that does not coincide with the values of that person. Therefore, treatment or care possibilities by health care providers may overlook the dying person's wishes. Alzheimer's or other dementia plays a huge role it the misunderstanding of treatment plans. It can be a stressful situation. To aid in this dilemma, there is help. If you, your loved ones or the care giver are feeling stressed, get support from family, friends and these important resources bulleted here:
- Call the 24/7 ALZ.ORG Helpline: 800.272.3900
- Locate a support group in your community
- Visit the message board of alz.org
Caregiver Health reports that Alzheimer's caregivers frequently experience high levels of stress. It can be overwhelming to take care of loved ones and too much stress can be harmful for all involved.
The Alzheimer's Association has identified the top 5 symptoms of caregiver stress:
Below are the references at: Caregiver Stress
The Alzheimer's Association has identified the top 5 symptoms of caregiver stress:
- Denial
- Anger
- Social Withdrawal
- Anxiety
- Depression
Below are the references at: Caregiver Stress
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