Sexually inappropriate behaviors may take on a variety of forms and can be very upsetting for everyone involved. Sexual feelings may be exaggerated as these behaviors can occur with the progression of the disease. It is common for people with dementia to experience loss of judgment and inhibitions. Examples of sexually inappropriate behaviors include socially unacceptable behaviors toward self in public (such as disrobing, fondling and masturbating) and inappropriate behaviors directed at others (such as sexually explicit comments and inappropriate touching). Behaviors that are considered sexually inappropriate are normally unable to be controlled and may be related to the human need for intimacy, although it may also be triggered by something physical, psychosocial or something in the environment such as suggestive television programs.
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Sexually inappropriate behaviors may take on a variety of forms and can be very upsetting for everyone involved. Sexual feelings may be exaggerated as these behaviors can occur with the progression of the disease. It is common for people with dementia to experience loss of judgment and inhibitions. Examples of sexually inappropriate behaviors include socially unacceptable behaviors toward self in public (such as disrobing, fondling and masturbating) and inappropriate behaviors directed at others (such as sexually explicit comments and inappropriate touching). Behaviors that are considered sexually inappropriate are normally unable to be controlled and may be related to the human need for intimacy, although it may also be triggered by something physical, psychosocial or something in the environment such as suggestive television programs.
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