Lucid moments occur when persons living with dementia display flashes of their old selves. These moments can be surprising to dementia caergivers.
Sudden recognition of family members or friends, and old memory, attempts at humor, and even an an insightful remark about a situation can bring joy to those that care.
In some cases these moments can bring hope, and then confusion when the person reverts to their usual behavior.
To learn more visit and read the following articles.
Why Do Alzheimer's Patients Have Lucid Moments?
Lucid Moments, Fluctuating Awareness and Dementia - Coping with Emotional Changes
When Alzheimer's Patients Make Perfect Sense: Those Stunning Moments of Total Lucidity
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Knowing that the day is coming when your loved one -- won't know you-- is the most horrific feeling of them all for an Alzheimer's caregiver. AFR is an Alzheimer's Reading Room companion website.
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