When Fireworks Aren’t Fun: PTSD, Dementia, and Sensory Overload in Older Adults Why July 4th can be distressing—and how to prepare with compassion By Susan Chaityn Lebovits For many families, fireworks on July 4th are part of their summer ritual. But for older adults—especially those living with dementia, sensory sensitivities, or PTSD—the sudden explosions of […]