It's very hard to imagine what it must be like to be elderly and have dementia. I do know that it is is very frustrating to the person who has it and can cause them to lash out, withdraw or react in other socially unacceptable ways. Just trying to understand what it must be like goes a long way towards helping calm bad reactions. The article below talks about a "tour" that can help others experience dementia firsthand.
'Virtual Dementia Tour' Leaves Participants Frustrated but Sympathetic
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