Compound impact of cognitive and physical decline: A qualitative interview study of people with Parkinson's and cognitive impairment, caregivers and professionals.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cognitive impairment is common in Parkinson's disease and is associated with poorer quality of life and increased caregiver distress, but little qualitative information is available on lived experiences of people with Parkinson's who also have cognitive impairment.

Objectives

The aim of this study was to explore the challenges of cognitive impairment in Parkinson's, triangulating the perspectives of people with Parkinson's, caregivers and healthcare professionals.

Methods

Semistructured interviews were conducted with 11 people with Parkinson's and cognitive impairment, 10 family caregivers and 27 healthcare professionals, using purposive sampling in the United Kingdom (2019-2021). Cognitive impairment was identified by healthcare professionals and required

SUBMITTER: Pigott JS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10785559 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature