Alzheimer's Related Psychosis: Personal and Clinical Perspectives for Understanding and Responding to Delusions and Hallucinations

This episode explores Alzheimer's-related psychosis through both personal and clinical perspectives, highlighting how delusions and hallucinations can affect people living with Alzheimer's disease and those who care for them. Listeners will learn person-centered strategies for responding with empathy, supporting well-being, and navigating challenging situations while honoring the individual's experience. The discussion also highlights the importance of caregiver support, interdisciplinary care, and practical resources that can help families throughout their dementia care journey. Support provided by Bristol-Myers Squibb. Transcript Guests Kalisha Bonds Johnson, PhD, RN, PMHNP-BC, Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, Emory University Maureen Morrison, CPA, Wife of Angus, who lives with Alzheimer's disease Host Jennifer Pettis, MS, RN, CNE, Director, Strategic Alliances, Gerontological Society of America