Original article: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/medical/jacobs-end-of-life-decisions/

This AARP Caregiving column by clinical psychologist Barry J. Jacobs tackles a tough real-life situation where adult siblings can’t agree on end-of-life medical decisions for a parent with dementia who didn’t leave a written directive. Jacobs offers strategies for easing conflict, encouraging calm conversations, and finding common ground so the family can make thoughtful decisions together during an emotional time.