As a mom to two toddlers, I have purchased my fair share of baby dolls. Both of my daughters started showing a strong interest in playing with dolls from a young age — more than any other toy. While ...
This means that past experiences of parenthood and caring for young children may feel more “real” to a person with dementia than where they are now. Hallucinations or delusions may also occur, where a ...
This means that past experiences of parenthood and caring for young children may feel more "real" to a person with dementia than where they are now. Hallucinations or delusions may also occur, where a ...
For those who do become attached to a therapeutic doll, they will treat the doll as a real baby needing care and may therefore have a profound emotional response if the doll is mishandled.