Experiencing Socioeconomic Deprivation as a Carer in the United Kingdom: A Qualitative Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Informal carers compose approximately 7% of the UK population and, through their unpaid care, they make important contributions to society and the health care industry. Being an informal carer is higher in people experiencing socioeconomic deprivation; however, no qualitative research has explored the impact of this on the ability to provide care for those with long-term conditions.

Aim

To explore the experiences and challenges of being a carer whilst experiencing socioeconomic deprivation.

Methods

Semi-structured one-to-one interviews with adults experiencing socioeconomic deprivation (n = 12) living in London and Sheffield, United Kingdom. Participants were recruited through social media and community channels. Data were managed in NVivo and analysed usin

SUBMITTER: Armstrong M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12630546 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature