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Why do dementia patients ask for their parents?

According to the Alzheimer's Association, memory loss affecting daily life is a key early sign of Alzheimer's disease, and this includes forgetting recent events while retaining long-term memories. For caregivers, this often results in the heartbreaking and confusing question: **Why do dementia patients ask for their parents?** This article explores the psychology behind this behavior and offers compassionate response strategies.