Families Can Take the Brunt of Elder Rage

It's not really news that people tend to be their worst with the people they love. Generally, this is thought to be the case because people feel safe enough with family to just "let it all hang out." Their anger at their circumstances, which may or may not have to do with these family members, is the real cause. Other times, the behavior is because the person has an abusive personality with deeper problems lurking. Whatever the reason, it's not good. We owe the people we love our best selves. Not our "dressed for company" selves, but our compassionate, honest selves. However, most humans are imperfect creatures. They will take out their frustrations on people they feel won't desert them. Read the full article on Agingcare about how some elders can abuse their caregivers: Purchase Minding Our Elders: Caregivers Share Their Personal Stories – paperback or ebook “I hold onto your book as a life preserver and am reading it slowly on purpose...I don't want it to end.”  Craig William Dayton, Film Composer I'm honored to be among over 50 presenters in this summit who want to help make your caregiving journey easier. Click the image to learn more:                 Related Stories5 Positive Effects of Providing Long-term CareAlzheimer's Is Only One Type of Dementia Though It's the Most Common TypeAbused Adult Children May Need to Decline Role as Primary Caregiver 
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