[More tolerance in management of unmotivated elderly family members]

The elderly frequently experiences demotivation as a sign of depression. Demotivation often results in failures of relationships and isolation increases confusion of the demotivated individuals who are often additionally impaired by physical illness or its sequels. The elderly exposes himself to an affective dependence on engaged services or relationships. Motivation is also threatened by consequences of physical dependence which alters self-esteem. The difficulty to adapt to new situations adds up with poor social integration in an increasingly complex environment. This often precludes loss of ability to execute personal decisions and to cope with daily activities. This all accentuates dependence and depression and promotes further withdrawal. Impairment of cognitive functions and withdrawal increase the burden of familial suffering. We propose solutions adapted to demotivated elderly people in order to reintegrate them in their family and daily life.