What are changes in judgement?

Changes in judgement may include saying the wrong thing at the wrong time, acting inappropriately in a situation, or not understanding one’s own limitations.

Usually these actions are not harmful , but they can be stressful or embarrassing for the person living with dementia or the carer. People with dementia are often looking for guidance or reassurance.

1.Activity
Did you ever notice that the person you care for sometimes has a change in their judgement?
If so, what did you observe? Please describe this in the space below.




How did it affect you as the carer?




Remember

  • Changes in judgement will increase as dementia progresses. In this lesson you can practice several ways of responding to changes in judgement and find out what may help.