Dream

[Dee Smith]

I have a question. My mom is not diagnosed with anything. However she is 84 and called me tonight asking about how I was going to get to her house tomorrow. She apparently fell asleep and was dreaming about a conversation we had earlier this week. After we talked for a few minutes she realized it was a dream. She said she fell asleep hard and then woke up. Is this a sign of something? Should I be concerned?

 

[2ndAlto]

Hello @Dee Smith, welcome to the forum.

I think we've all had the experience of having a dream and waking up a bit confused - I personally don't think that on its own is a concern unless she is asking other slightly unusual questions or repeating questions. However, I have no medical training whatsoever so I am not really qualified to comment. If you are at all concerned maybe a medical check would be in order?

 

[Grannie G]

Welcome from me too @Dee Smith

Waking from a dream often causes confusion and your mother realised it as she was speaking to you.

I wouldn't worry for now, unless any other behaviours are causing you concern, although I too have no medical training.

Is there anything in your family history which is causing you to be so aware?

 

[canary]

If its dementia there will be other things as well
Maybe keep a diary of any unusual things that you notice and see whether there is a pattern or its getting more frequent?