How to Cope with An Elder Who Loves to Complain

You've taken your mom to the doctor and she's upset with you because the doctor's office was cold. You've helped your dad with the yard and he's annoyed that you didn't mow the grass in the right pattern. Why do many elders complain about everything you do? Much depends on the parents' personalities throughout life. If your parents were the bickering type and were always negative, this complaining may be the only way they know how to communicate. They may not even be aware how their attitude affects others. Since you grew up in their household you can ask yourself, "Is this how they always acted?" Read full article on Agingcare about coping with an elder who loves to complain: A Virtual Conference to Help You Thrive As a Caregiver – Check this out! Support a caregiver or jump start discussion in support groups with real stories - for bulk orders of Minding Our Elders e-mail Carol Related articles Caregiving Rewards Can Outlast Challenges Proper Dementia Diagnosis May Require Referral to Specialist Coping with Criticism from the Loved One You Care For                Related StoriesHelping in an Emergency Shouldn’t Tag Neighbor as Full-tme CaregiverAdult Child Doesn’t Need to Remain Target of Parent’s Misplaced AngerIs Forgetfulness A Precursor of Alzheimer's or Are There Other Signs? 
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