What motivates informal caregivers of people with dementia (PWD): a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:The burden of caring for People with Dementia (PWD) is heavy; identifying incentives that motivate them in providing care is essential in facilitating and optimizing care. This study aims to explore and describe these motivating factors. METHODS:We conducted this qualitative study between January 2016 and January 2017 in Isfahan, Iran. Data were extracted through in-depth, semi-structured interviews with 19 caregivers of PWD. These data were then examined through thematic content analysis. RESULTS:We identified four categories of psychological motives based on the caregivers' feedback and experience. These include 1) Moral-based motives, 2) Religious, and spiritual motives; 3) Financial motives, and 4) Wicked motives. CONCLUSIONS:Our results revealed several aspects of caregiver

SUBMITTER: Zahed S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6883577 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature