Advice please
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And for you. I'm so sorry.
I've not had to face this one yet myself, but if this persists I'd suggest requesting an urgent re-assessment, emphasising the level of distress and the violent behaviour. There may be some medication that will help, but in any case the professionals need to know how things are changing for her.
I've not had to face this one yet myself, but if this persists I'd suggest requesting an urgent re-assessment, emphasising the level of distress and the violent behaviour. There may be some medication that will help, but in any case the professionals need to know how things are changing for her.
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Hello @Annian88
There is no easy way. Day at a time seems the best way. My mum has, over the past few years, varied from aggressive, violent, paranoid, low, shouting and screaming, sweet as a lamb. Regular reviews of medication have been helpful along the way and it is worth asking your mum's GP about this. An anti-depressant/anti-anxiety medication like Mirtazapine can be very beneficial. Lots of us out here to help you along so keep posting for support and advice. People here really do understand.
There is no easy way. Day at a time seems the best way. My mum has, over the past few years, varied from aggressive, violent, paranoid, low, shouting and screaming, sweet as a lamb. Regular reviews of medication have been helpful along the way and it is worth asking your mum's GP about this. An anti-depressant/anti-anxiety medication like Mirtazapine can be very beneficial. Lots of us out here to help you along so keep posting for support and advice. People here really do understand.
On a practical note, it is always worth looking for physical reasons for aggression and agitation. It can be caused by pain, constipation, urine infection, needing the loo, needing a drink. It can also just be a result of frustration or perhaps a reaction something that is happening at that time (help with personal care is often a trigger). Sometimes changing the way things are done or the time at which they are done can make a difference.
