The burden of distress and related coping processes in family caregivers of patients with Alzheimer's disease living in the community

摘要

Background: Many patients with dementia live in the community and depend on a family member for assistance. Taking care of non-self-sufficient people such as those with dementia causes distress. This study concerns factors contributing to feelings of burden and consequent coping strategies adopted by family caregivers of patients with Alzheimer's disease living in the community.