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Distance Caregiving a Parent With Cancer

Year: 2012

Type: article

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To discuss the new phenomenon of distance caregiving, with an emphasis on the experience of adult children providing distance caregiving to a parent with cancer. DATA SOURCES: Literature review and author research. CONCLUSION: Although the research is limited, it forms the foundation for beginning to describe the phenomenon and the associated psychosocial burdens that distance caregivers are struggling with. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICE: With the growing population of distance caregivers, it is important for nurses to address these burdens. Interventions for clinical practice are recommended.

Source: Seminars in Oncology Nursing

DOI: 10.1016/j.soncn.2012.09.010

Author: Polly Mazanec

Institution: Case Western Reserve University

Language: English

Topic: Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,590