Denial When Caring For A Loved One

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Today our hosts Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey dive into what denial is and how it affects the caring journey.  They discuss who and when people are in denial and how that affects others on the caring team. They talk about how denial is a strategy used to protect oneself when a person is uncomfortable with a situation.

Often we recognize when others are in denial, but Lance and Lori would like you to think about when you’ve been in denial.

Join us in the conversation and comment on the blog.  Lance and Lori would love to hear your thoughts, your insights, and the situations you have experienced.

Learn:

1. What denial is and how it can affect the caring journey.
2. What triggers some people to be in denial?
3. How do you react when you notice someone is in denial?
4. About yourself and denial. Have you ever identified yourself as being in denial?
5. How different situations pop up and affect the care team.
6. Strategies to overcome denial.

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