Podcast
Questions and Answers
What is the primary goal when problem-solving with your parent, according to the text?
What is the primary goal when problem-solving with your parent, according to the text?
- To dictate the solution and convince through arguments
- To make decisions without considering the parent's perspective
- To ignore the facts and rely on personal opinions
- To gather facts and help in a better-informed way (correct)
What is the recommended approach when observing health issues in a parent, according to the text?
What is the recommended approach when observing health issues in a parent, according to the text?
- Avoiding conversations about specific health issues
- Assuming the limitations without observing them closely
- Focusing on specific limitations to figure out the best solutions (correct)
- Generalized observations without focusing on specific limitations
What is the purpose of closely observing a parent's activities in the context of in-home care, as per the text?
What is the purpose of closely observing a parent's activities in the context of in-home care, as per the text?
- To criticize and point out the parent's struggles
- To identify areas where in-home care help may be needed (correct)
- To gather evidence to confront the parent about their independence
- To avoid discussing in-home care options with the parent
What is the recommended approach when considering moving or relocating a parent, based on the text?
What is the recommended approach when considering moving or relocating a parent, based on the text?
What is the purpose of testing the waters before starting a conversation with a parent about a tough issue, according to the text?
What is the purpose of testing the waters before starting a conversation with a parent about a tough issue, according to the text?
What approach is recommended if a parent asks, 'What should I do?' in the initial conversation about a tough issue?
What approach is recommended if a parent asks, 'What should I do?' in the initial conversation about a tough issue?
When is it usually best not to plunge into problem-solving in the first talk with a parent, according to the text?
When is it usually best not to plunge into problem-solving in the first talk with a parent, according to the text?
Who is often better suited to bring up tricky topics like driving or independent living, as suggested by the text?
Who is often better suited to bring up tricky topics like driving or independent living, as suggested by the text?
What is the primary focus of 'The Talk' when discussing tough issues with aging parents?
What is the primary focus of 'The Talk' when discussing tough issues with aging parents?
Why might a previously sharing and receptive parent become less open to discussions about sensitive topics?
Why might a previously sharing and receptive parent become less open to discussions about sensitive topics?
What should adult children consider when discussing sensitive subjects with their aging parents?
What should adult children consider when discussing sensitive subjects with their aging parents?
What should individuals recognize about their aging parents before initiating 'The Talk'?
What should individuals recognize about their aging parents before initiating 'The Talk'?
What is the key advice for individuals on how to approach 'The Talk' with aging parents?
What is the key advice for individuals on how to approach 'The Talk' with aging parents?
Why might a close-lipped parent be relieved to have 'The Talk'?
Why might a close-lipped parent be relieved to have 'The Talk'?
What is the primary difference between the two types of parents discussed in the text?
What is the primary difference between the two types of parents discussed in the text?
What do most adult children aim for when discussing sensitive topics with their aging parents?
What do most adult children aim for when discussing sensitive topics with their aging parents?
What is the recommended approach to starting a serious conversation with your parent?
What is the recommended approach to starting a serious conversation with your parent?
What is an example of a good way to open a serious conversation with your parent?
What is an example of a good way to open a serious conversation with your parent?
What is reflexive listening and why is it important in difficult conversations?
What is reflexive listening and why is it important in difficult conversations?
Why might some older adults shy away from change or avoid making changes?
Why might some older adults shy away from change or avoid making changes?
What is a strategy to help reassure a resistant parent during a difficult conversation?
What is a strategy to help reassure a resistant parent during a difficult conversation?
When is the best time to enter into a serious conversation with your parent?
When is the best time to enter into a serious conversation with your parent?
What should you do if your parent is resistant to change?
What should you do if your parent is resistant to change?
What should you avoid saying when initiating a serious conversation with your parent?
What should you avoid saying when initiating a serious conversation with your parent?
What should one do if a parent is very resistant to a conversation about moving?
What should one do if a parent is very resistant to a conversation about moving?
Who may have better luck in having a conversation with a resistant parent about moving?
Who may have better luck in having a conversation with a resistant parent about moving?
What is one way to encourage a parent to consider an assisted living option?
What is one way to encourage a parent to consider an assisted living option?
What should be done if the loved one doesn't give an opening after some time has passed?
What should be done if the loved one doesn't give an opening after some time has passed?
How should one respond if the parent mentions the conversation in a positive manner?
How should one respond if the parent mentions the conversation in a positive manner?
What is NOT recommended when trying to bring up the issue again after some time has passed?
What is NOT recommended when trying to bring up the issue again after some time has passed?
What should one do if the parent expresses a concern about the proposed changes?
What should one do if the parent expresses a concern about the proposed changes?
What is NOT recommended when continuing the conversation at any time?
What is NOT recommended when continuing the conversation at any time?
What should you do if your parent is of sound mind but is making decisions that you disagree with?
What should you do if your parent is of sound mind but is making decisions that you disagree with?
When can it be appropriate to get a family doctor and lawyer involved?
When can it be appropriate to get a family doctor and lawyer involved?
What should you make clear when discussing decisions with your parent?
What should you make clear when discussing decisions with your parent?
Why is it important to remain upbeat and supportive during difficult conversations?
Why is it important to remain upbeat and supportive during difficult conversations?
What should be remembered about transitions involving sensitive topics?
What should be remembered about transitions involving sensitive topics?
When should a power of attorney or guardian be appointed for the person?
When should a power of attorney or guardian be appointed for the person?
What is the best course of action if your parent is not endangering themselves but making decisions you disagree with?
What is the best course of action if your parent is not endangering themselves but making decisions you disagree with?
Why is it important to keep a welcoming attitude towards your parent's decisions?
Why is it important to keep a welcoming attitude towards your parent's decisions?
