What is psychosis with Dementia?

Psychosis with Dementia

Psychosis is a symptom that can occur in people with dementia. It is characterized by a loss of contact with reality and may include hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking.

Hallucinations are experiences of seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there. For example, a person with dementia may see people or animals that are not there, or they may hear voices that no one else can hear.

Delusions are false beliefs that a person holds onto despite evidence to the contrary. For example, a person with dementia may believe that they are a famous person, or that they are being persecuted by others.

Disorganized thinking is when a person's thoughts are not organized in a logical way. This can make it difficult for them to communicate or to make sense of their surroundings.

Psychosis can be a very distressing experience for people with dementia and their loved ones. It can make it difficult for them to function independently and can increase their risk of injury. Treatments for psychosis in people with dementia may include medications, therapy, and environmental modifications.