Talking to teenagers about Alzheimer's
An Alzheimer's diagnosis can have a big impact on everyone in the family. Each person will react differently, and how they deal with their emotions can differ from day to day.
We recently had a community member ask for advice on how to talk to teenagers about an Alzheimer’s diagnosis - Can you offer any suggestions or support?
I think it’s helpful to keep in mind if you are having a fact or feeling conversation. My kids didn’t like things sprung on them. I would think they knew something, and it turned out they didn’t. Listening is Uber import. Of course they will care about how it impacts them. They are in the middle of adulthood and childhood. Expect their response to be a mix of both, but they want to be adults. Let them. Responsibility is what makes the difference, not just age. We all grew up taking care of my mom. It’s been a beautiful thing. Blessings, Kathy M Alzheimersdisease.net team member.
