My husband said the other day "sometimes I'm just not comfortable in my skin". I guess that's how Dementia people feel. Good description I guess. My husband is scheduled for a re-test with the memory specialist in Jan. My question is, the meds are helping him so much, how will the doctor know if his Dementia has gotten worse? Won't the meds disguise the way he would be if he were on no meds ?? Will the tests be harder or the same? I just can't figure out how they can tell what stage he is in or if he has gotten worse. Thank you for all your input on this..
My husband had a half-day worth of testing every year. This was partially for research purposes. And it helped the team adjust his treatment plan. During the testing a specialist also had a long interview with me, and by the time the doctor saw us together the next day he was well-informed about test results and my husband's home behavior. I'm in favor of testing.
But don't expect test results to have a big impact on your daily life.
Also, I think it's wonderful that your husband is doing so well!
http://www.alz.org/georgia/documents/role_of_the_neuropsychologist_in_AD.pdf