In this episode of Rewired Minds, Kim Lachut delves into the emotional and psychological challenges she faced as she watched her father decline due to a glioblastoma diagnosis and treatment. Our convesation highlights the unexpected behaviors that arise, the frustration of navigating medical advice, and the profound impact on family dynamics. Kim also vulnerably shares about her experience with depression after her father’s death and how she got to a much better place today.

• Instead of seeing signs of getting better, we saw the decline.
• He would have weird seizures.
• My dad was not an angry man, never got angry.
• My husband and my brother had to physically lift him out of the chair.
• He was just cussing and angry.
• This just isn't right.
• You're calling the doctors going, this happened, is this normal?
• There's nothing normal with this disease.
• Anything and everything you should expect.

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Disclaimer

The stories shared here are personal accounts from the brain tumor community for informational and awareness purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals regarding your specific situation. Most importantly, take care of yourself as you listen and process.