Subtopic Categories: R: Caregiver - Frustration with cognitive impairments

Caring for a loved one with a brain tumor comes with its unique set of challenges, one of the most prominent being cognitive impairments. These cognitive changes can manifest in various ways, including memory loss, difficulty concentrating, and impaired decision-making, often leading to frustration for both the patient and the caregiver. In this article, we explore the experiences of caregivers grappling with cognitive impairments in their loved ones and strategies for effectively managing frustration amidst these challenges.Understanding Cognitive Impairments: Brain tumors can affect cognitive function in diverse ways, depending on factors such as tumor location, size, and treatment modalities.

Daniella’s husband was diagnosed with an oligodendroglioma brain tumor in 2017 when she was seven months pregnant. After knowing her husband for so long prior to the diagnosis, there were changes she noticed in his …