My father is showing unusual behaviours such as talking to strangers, wandering when seeing vehicles, repeating questions, eating/drinking very fast, poor sleep, and checking containers at home. He is on Aripiprazole 5 mg, Nuhenz, Aricep 10 mg, Admenta 5 mg, and Qtripil 100. Please advise what might be causing these behaviours.
The behaviour you are noticing is often seen in people living with dementia, especially as the condition slowly progresses. Actions such as talking to strangers, wandering when seeing vehicles, asking the same questions repeatedly, eating or drinking too quickly, disturbed sleep, and repeatedly checking things at home can all occur because the brain is struggling with memory, judgment, and self-control. In some cases, medicines may also play a role. Drugs such as aripiprazole or quetiapine may occasionally cause restlessness or unusual behaviour in certain individuals. Apart from this, common physical problems like poor sleep, a urinary tract infection, pain, or dehydration can suddenly worsen confusion and agitation. It would be best to consult his doctor soon to reassess his condition and adjust treatment if needed. At home, ensuring a calm, familiar routine, adequate fluids, regular sleep timing, and close supervision during wandering episodes can help reduce risk and improve his safety.
