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Why do people ask the same questions repeatedly?
Repeating the same questions is often a sign that the person with dementia is trying to tell us something or that they need some reassurance. Sometimes just answering their questions is enough, and at other times we may need to step into their world for a while.
How do you ask someone if they speak another language?
[With a friendly smile] Excuse me, what language are you speaking? First, if you are concerned about etiquette, always ask in the official or default language of the country where this conversation takes place. For example, if the setting is Poland, ask in Polish. In Japan, ask in Japanese.
What is it called when someone asks the same question over and over?
Pester: To behave in an annoying manner towards someone by doing or asking for something repeatedly. John has been pestering her to go out with him all month. ( Cambridge Dictionary) https://english.stackexchange.com/questions/366646/when-someone-asks-the-same-question-over-and-over/366656#366656.
How do you respond to a repetitive question?
How to respond
- Look for a reason behind the repetition.
- Focus on the emotion, not the behavior.
- Turn the action or behavior into an activity.
- Stay calm, and be patient.
- Provide an answer.
- Engage the person in an activity.
- Use memory aids.
- Accept the behavior, and work with it.
Is it rude to ask do you speak English?
It’s not rude. It’s just informal. You can still say it though. “Do you speak English?” is just more polite.
What is your strongest language?
English is by far the most powerful language. It is the dominant language of three G7 nations (USA, UK and Canada), and British legacy has given it a global footprint. It is the world’s lingua franca. Mandarin, which ranks second, is only half as potent.
When do you ask someone the same question, do you get the same answer?
Like when someone asks a sales person if there are any specials or discount, and the answer is no. So they go ask someone else the same question hoping that if they ask enough eventually someone will tell them what the wanted to hear first time. Similar to the phrase “asking the same question won’t get you a different answer”.
Why do kids ask the same question all the time?
It’s usually used to describe kids asking the same question hoping that someone will say yes. Almost like not wanting to accept reality, and trying to convince yourself you can when you know you can’t, but ask anyway because eventually someone will give you the answer you want, even though it won’t change the outcome.
What’s the best way to answer a question?
Asking for help, clarification, or responding to other answers. Making statements based on opinion; back them up with references or personal experience. To learn more, see our tips on writing great answers.