Change in Depression of Spousal Caregivers of Dementia Patients.
Description:
Caring for a family member or loved one with dementia places a heavy burden on those providing the care. Caregivers often develop chronic depression because of having to deal with this burden. A great deal of literature has been published discussing coping effectiveness, effects of social support, and other internal and external means of support for the caregiver. However, little has been written about the changes, if any, in depression that the caregiver experiences after the termination of ca…
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Date:
August 2006
Creator:
Tweedy, Maureen P.
Partner:
UNT Libraries