Have you ever noticed that a loved one with dementia seems more agitated or confused as the day progresses? This phenomenon is often referred to as sundowning or sundown syndrome and can lead to ...

For families caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, the change in seasons can bring more than just warm weather and sunny skies. Summer’s longer days and later sunsets ...

During certain times of the day, some people with dementia may become more confused and disoriented. Referred to by neuropsychologist April Krowelas “a constellation of symptoms rooted in confusion ...

Sundowning is a phenomenon commonly experienced by those with dementia. As the day progresses into evening, symptoms such as confusion, agitation and restlessness can intensify. This can be ...

As daylight fades, many people with dementia experience a troubling shift in their behavior known as sundowning. This phenomenon, affecting up to 20% of Alzheimer‘s patients, brings unique challenges ...

CHICAGO, April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nearly 20% of people diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease will experience sundown syndrome, according to the Alzheimer's Association, and even older ...