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Message Subject My Mom "throws stuff around". Is that a normal thing for old people to do?
Poster Handle RedRid3r
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She might have aggressive dementia.

Some examples of responsive behaviours for people living with dementia may include:

shouting
agitation
irritability
hallucinations
sleep disruptions
hitting or grabbing
making sudden noises
searching (sometimes called wandering)
Responsive behaviours can be triggered if someone living with dementia feels:

sick
frustrated
grief or loss
lonely or bored
afraid or unsafe
discomfort or pain
tired or exhausted
overwhelmed or rushed
They can also be caused by:

sensory overload
uncomfortable lighting
loud or disruptive noises
side effects from medication
losing possessions or independence
unfamiliar situations or surroundings
changes or reductions in physical and mental abilities
 
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