What is separation anxiety in individuals with Alzheimer's or dementia and some tips and strategies to manage it?

Reluctance and fear of being separated from the individual's primary caregiver, or separation anxiety, is a normal, healthy response and occurs regularly in people with Alzheimer's disease or dementia.

Many factors contribute to separation anxiety, including changes in a caregiver or household routine, illness, or from just being tired or over stimulated.

For the individual affected by Alzheimer's or dementia, the separation anxiety is magnified as the individual already feels personally "lost," and losing or being separated from a familiar caregiver can make them very unsettled and agitated. The thought of being alone, or even abandoned, greatly affects the person and can b

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