Hallucinations can be scary—for you and your person with dementia. But they’re more common than most people realize. In today’s video, I’m breaking down six reasons why hallucinations happen, so you can understand what’s really going on in the brain—and respond with compassion instead of panic. Understanding the why behind the what can make all the difference.💬 Let me know in the comments if you’ve seen this with your person, and I’ll share tips for responding all week long. #joannadementiaexpe

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