at first denial can be a healthy defense against admitting that your loved one has dementia denial helps you block the more painful aspects of reality however if denial continues too long then it can be lifethreatening to you and your loved one 8 ways to spot your denial about dementia pursuing a more authentic resolution is ultimately not only going to get results but those results will last and not come crashing down as so often happens with typical resolutions like weight loss giving up chocolate working out every day etc did you ditch your resolution already dont fret