It is very common for a person that is deeply forgetful to say "no" when you ask them to do something.
By Bob DeMarco
I don't know why, but it seems like this is a secret to many in the dementia community even though this is a common occurrence.
Most dementia caregivers accept the word "No" from the deeply forgetful. Then they turn around and vent about it to anyone that will listen.
S/he says no all the time, they say.
It is very common for a person that is deeply forgetful to say "no" when you ask them to do something. I don't know why, but it seems like this is a secret to many in the dementia community.
Frankly, I knew for a long time when Dotty said "no" she didn't mean it. Nevertheless, it still drove me crazy, and often made me feel frustrated or angry.
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