Challenges and Social Implications of Informal Caregiving for People with Alzheimer's: A Qualitative Study.

ABSTRACT: Aim: The aim of this study was to explore the experiences and challenges faced by informal caregivers of people with Alzheimer's, including the social and emotional aspects of their caregiving role. Methods: A descriptive qualitative study was conducted using one focus group discussion and eleven semi-structured interviews with informal caregivers of individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. The data collected were analyzed through thematic analysis using ATLAS.ti qualitative software version 23. Results: The results reveal two themes: (1) "Life centred on compassionate care for the other person", which reflects the role performed from a perspective of emotional and compassionate commitment to those in need of care, and (2) "Abandonment by caregivers", which expr

SUBMITTER: Alcaraz-Cordoba A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12733130 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature