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When a resident with dementia refuses to go to the bathroom, often it is because of confusion, fear, or an inability to recognize bodily cues

According to the Alzheimer's Association, bladder and bowel control problems can be common as dementia progresses. When a resident with dementia refuses to go to the bathroom, often it is because of a complex mix of physical, cognitive, and emotional factors that caregivers must learn to decipher. This behavior isn't intentional; rather, it's a symptom of the disease's impact on their memory and ability to process information.