ERIC Number: EJ952073
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2011
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Typical and Atypical Dementia Family Caregivers: Systematic and Objective Comparisons
Nichols, Linda O.; Martindale-Adams, Jennifer; Burns, Robert; Graney, Marshall J.; Zuber, Jeffrey
International Journal of Aging and Human Development, v72 n1 p27-43 2011
This systematic, objective comparison of typical (spouse, children) and atypical (in-law, sibling, nephew/niece, grandchild) dementia family caregivers examined demographic, caregiving and clinical variables. Analysis was of 1,476 caregivers, of whom 125 were atypical, from the Resources for Enhancing Alzheimer's Caregivers Health (REACH I and II) studies. Based on statistical and clinical significance, there were large effects for demographics but no large effects among caregivers or care recipients on clinical and caregiving variables. Non-spouse family members were more likely to be caring for women and unmarried individuals. Grandchildren and nieces/nephews provided care for older care recipients. For care recipients who are unmarried, older, or women, fewer care possibilities may be available; consequently family members other than spouse or children may become their caregivers. Once an individual becomes a caregiver, the clinical experience of dementia caregiving is similar across caregiver types. These findings have implications for clinical care and public policy. (Contains 4 tables.)
Descriptors: Dementia, Caregivers, Clinical Experience, Spouses, Children, Family Relationship, Alzheimers Disease, Gender Differences, Grandchildren, Marital Status, Age Differences, Educational Attainment, Racial Differences
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Language: English
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