Burden among Family Caregivers of Dementia in the Oldest-Old: An Exploratory Study

Burden among Family Caregivers of Dementia in the Oldest-Old: An Exploratory Study

BackgroundWith >85 years, the fastest growing age segment in developed countries, dementia in the oldest-old is projected to increase exponentially. Being older, caregivers of dementia in oldest-old (CDOO) may experience unique challenges compared with younger-age groups. Thus, we aim to expl...

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Main Authors: Khin Khin Win, Mei Sian Chong, Noorhazlina Ali, Mark Chan, Wee Shiong Lim
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2017-11-01
Series:Frontiers in Medicine
Subjects:
dementia
oldest-old
caregiver burden
Zarit Burden Interview
dimensions
Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fmed.2017.00205/full

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