The Cognitive Busy Box™ has items that address Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), such as hair pulling (trichotillomania) or skin picking (dermatillomania), can sometimes intersect with dementia, though the relationship isn’t extensively studied for elderly patients. Dementia can lead to changes in behavior and impulse control, which might exacerbate or trigger BFRBs in some individuals. 

If you have ever cared for people with dementia, you know how troubling these actions can be. It can lead to open sores, potentially infection, and what seems like a chronic state of anxiety for the person with dementia.

People with dementia may engage in repetitive behaviors due to stress, confusion, or an attempt to cope with changes in their environment. 

If you’re concerned about BFRBs in someone with dementia, it’s essential to consult a healthcare professional for appropriate strategies and interventions. They can help differentiate between the effects of dementia and the nature of BFRBs, as well as suggest therapeutic approaches to manage these behaviors.

A few of the items in The Cognitive Busy Box™ kit address these types of behaviors. Please reach out to us to learn more. The Cognitive Busy Box™ is affordable, easy to use/transport, and provides not only a reduction in anxiety but connections with people with dementia.

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