Stress of the Caregiver: Effective Management of Dementia Patients in Hospital and Community Settings

Authors

Ruth E. Dunkle, Case Western Reserve University
Michael Nevin, Case Western Reserve University

Abstract

This study explores the management problems among elders with dementia and their medical and family caregivers. Twenty-five patients were interviewed as well as professional health care personnel and a family member. Findings indicated that professional assessment facilitates home caregiving but has little bearing on successful coping by the caregiver. Variability of coping relates to the strategy employed.

Recommended Citation

Dunkle, Ruth E. and Nevin, Michael (1987) "Stress of the Caregiver: Effective Management of Dementia Patients in Hospital and Community Settings," The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare: Vol. 14: Iss. 1, Article 8.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15453/0191-5096.1796
Available at: https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/jssw/vol14/iss1/8