Self-Awareness (Problems with) | Management Strategies
- If the person you care for is having difficulty accepting that they have the disease, or if they are unaware of their declining abilities Abilities
Level at which certain actions and activities can be carried out., ask their family doctor Family doctor
A doctor who provides generalized, primary care to their patients. to speak to them and explain the symptoms. They might accept the news better from a professional.
- If the person you care for has difficulty communicating their thoughts and feelings, pay attention to the non-verbal communications such as their gestures and facial expression. Respond to those feelings rather than the statement. This helps to create a loving and caring environment.
- Encourage the person you care for to involve themselves in arts and crafts. This is a great way for them to express themselves creatively, and to get out emotions they cannot express in words. Having a completed project will also give the person you care for a feeling of satisfaction and pride in themselves.
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