Caring for the caregivers: a reflection on the challenges of caring for an older adult with dementia
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: As the population of older adults continues to grow, the prevalence of dementia is increasing dramatically. Caring for an older adult with dementia is associated with high levels of chronic stress that may negatively impact the health of the caregiver. Caregiver support often entails providing information, offering support groups, and connection to formal support such as respite care to alleviate the strain of caregiving. Deeper psychological distress involving grief and emotional experiences of guilt among caregivers may also be vitally important to assess and consider when providing support for caregivers.
Source: Cogent Gerontology
Author: Nicholas S. Koufacos
Institution: New York University
Language: English
Subfield: Psychiatry and Mental health
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4409707382