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Understanding sundowning: Why evenings can be difficult for people with memory loss
Sundowning, a phenomenon where confusion and agitation increase in evenings for people with memory loss, is linked to brain exhaustion and predictable routines. Experts suggest caregivers focus on past behavioral patterns, reduce stressors, and adjust environments to manage symptoms, noting that sundowning is temporary and varies in duration.
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