“How to handle my husband's dementia?”

This is a very broad question so my response is broad as well. There might be some shorter term goals and some longer term goals. Ideally, he needs to be evaluated by a neurologist or geriatric psychiatrist for proper diagnosis. He may benefit from low doses of an antipsychotic to reduce the paranoia. There are many online support, including the Alzheimers Association website, a behavioral management program called DICE is also available for training online, and the book, The 36 Hour Day offers a lot of practical wisdom on all aspects of care. Ashok J Bharucha, MD, MA Phone: 844-647-1455 FAX: 877-511-8663 In the event of an emergency, email is not an appropriate form of communication. If you are in a crisis, please call 911 or proceed to your nearest emergency room. All pertinent practice policies are also available