Referred to by neuropsychologist April Krowelas “a constellation of symptoms rooted in confusion and disorientation,” this condition is called ”sundowning.” “Typically, people will start ...

There are plenty of reason you might feel off in the late afternoon and evening. Maybe you’re mentally wiped after socializing all day, or your brain is fried from hours of work. If you got up ...

Sundowning refers to symptoms of confusion and agitation that worsen in the later afternoon and evening in people with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Daily physical activity and avoiding triggers may ...

Q. What is sundown syndrome and who does it affect? A. Sundown syndrome, which is also called sundowning, is a symptom that affects people with dementia. Those with the syndrome become confused ...

From the April/May 2016 issue of our magazine, Talking Point members share tips on supporting a person with dementia who becomes anxious and wants to ‘go home’, often in the late afternoon – ...