What Is Sundowning?
Sundowning sometimes seems to develop suddenly as evening approaches.
Thus, different approaches by caregivers for different times of the day may be needed.
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In Which Stage of Dementia Does Sundowning Behavior Develop?
What Causes Sundowning?
There are several theories as to what triggers sundowning.
These include the following:
Which Interventions Should Be Used to Help in Sundowning?
Approaches that are individualized to each person are the best way to respond to, prevent and minimize sundowning.
Medications should always be a second resort after non-drug interventions have been attempted.
Can Too Many Medications Increase Dementia Symptoms?
Melatonin,acetylcholinesterase inhibitorsandantipsychotic medicationshave all shown some benefit for some people with sundowning behaviors in research studies.
