11/26/2025
As daylight fades, some individuals living with dementia experience changes in mood or behaviour known as “sundowning.” The holiday season can make these symptoms more noticeable, with busier routines, brighter lights, and emotional memories all contributing to late-day restlessness or confusion.
In Karen Tyrell’s latest blog, “Sundowning and Why the Holidays Can Make It Worse,” the dementia care educator and author shares why sundowning happens, how seasonal changes can intensify it, and practical ways caregivers can create calmer, more comforting evenings for their loved ones.
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