Parkinson’s psychosis can cause hallucinations, delusions, and illusions, making caregiving challenging for spouses. Understanding these symptoms and seeking medical support can help manage their impact on your loved one.
Compassionate care:
Navigating Parkinson's psychosis
for the caregiver of a spouse with Parkinson’s
It can be overwhelming to watch someone you love experience Parkinson’s psychosis. You may not know what it is at first or what to do about it. If your spouse is experiencing psychosis or you are concerned that they might, the following articles can help you to understand what it is and how to better prepare and help your spouse.
Respite care is short-term temporary care for your spouse that can give you a break from the demands of regular caregiving and allow you to recharge and avoid burnout.
Mrs. Dr. C does not think of herself as a caregiver for her husband who has Parkinson's and experiences hallucinations. It's a shared journey, she says, of two lifelong partners in a support relationship.
As a spouse to someone with Parkinson's, you will likely be the first to spot the early signs of possible psychosis. Knowing the warning signs will help ensure your spouse gets prompt medical care.
Managing Parkinson's psychosis can add to the stress of caring for a spouse who is also experiencing physical limitations. But gaining a better understanding of psychosis will help you to look after them, as well as yourself.