Couples' experiences managing young-onset dementia early in the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sarah BannonKatherine E WangVictoria A GrunbergBradford C DickersonAna Maria VranceanuPublished in: The Gerontologist (2021)
The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated relationship strain and distress among couples managing This population may face negative outcomes due to the dual-impact of YOD- and pandemic-related stressors. It is imperative to provide timely resources and psychosocial support to couples facing YOD to mitigate the negative impact of such stressors on individual health and wellbeing and the couples' relationship together.