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Family caregiver's concerns and anxiety about unaccompanied out-of-home activities of persons with cognitive impairment.

Shuji TsudaHiroshige MatsumotoShun TakeharaTomoyuki YabukiSatoko Hotta
Published in: BMC geriatrics (2023)
The study found that family caregivers' anxiety was associated with concerns about behavioral issues, regardless of actual experiences. There were two significant associations in opposite directions between caregivers' anxiety and the individual's engagement in out-of-home activities. In the early phase of cognitive impairment, caregivers may intuitively interpret the individual's behavior and feel anxious. Educational support may provide reassurance and enable caregivers to facilitate out-of-home activities.
Keyphrases
  • cognitive impairment
  • palliative care
  • healthcare
  • sleep quality
  • mental health
  • physical activity