How can I tell my mother she can no longer drive?

2 answers | Last updated: Aug 24, 2010
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I am planning to tell my mother who has been recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's that she can no longer drive. Her neurologist has shown me significant brain lesions in her memory center on the MRI. Before the doctor takes her license away, or before an accident, I want to take the responsibility - and avoid any injuries to my mom or others, or hurt feelings by having my mom told by a stranger. i am dreading this. I actually am taking ulcer medication. My sibling does not live in the same country. Please help me with the dialogue... I know I will have to walk away with her car keys.
 

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dds said...

It might be better to have the doctor do it- the outside authority often takes the conflict away-

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newby1961 said...

Why you feel you need to be the fall guy or bad guy is beyond me? I think it would be better for her Dr to be the one, you can always be there if you want. Good luck

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