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Social Aspects of Dysphagia /
Other ArticlesBy Jennifer Bradley, Staff Writer
Emotions
Most people don’t like to hear, talk or implement
changes in their diet or daily routines. Many times
it’s associated with a loss of some sort, whether it
is overall freedom or enjoyment of foods they have
come to expect over the years, especially at
holidays and family celebrations.
While a loved one may say that they are now back
to eating “baby food,” a caregiver can help overcome
these negative images by reinforcing the importance
of these changes for mere survival. Ensuring
nutrition and hydration are essential to life, and
based on the severity of the swallowing problem, the
changes may not be permanent.
Whether through a modified diet, therapy or just
an increased awareness, a loved one can prevent more
serve complications down the road and also live a
fulfilling social life with dysphagia. A
caregiver can help them realize that there are good
foods and enriching experiences available to them,
with a little time spent on research and
preparation.
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