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Caregiver strain and quality of life: exploring the moderating role of caregiver age in an I/DD context

Year: 2025

Type: dissertation

Abstract: Chapter caregiver strain-QoL association.However, there was a three-way interaction between caregiver strain, age and mutuality suggesting that higher mutuality levels weakened the association between caregiver strain and QoL-but only among younger caregivers.Qualitative data both supported and expanded quantitative findings.Specifically, caregivers of all ages reported significant strain; however, their experiences varied.Older caregivers described more physical strain than younger caregivers, indicating a greater need for tangible support.Recommendations are proposed for measurement approaches, policy development, and programmatic interventions.

Source: Library, Museums and Press - UDSpace (University of Delaware)

Author: Sticinski, E. Virginia

Language: English

Topic: Family and Disability Support Research

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7217498570

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