Towards conceptual convergence: A systematic review of psychological resilience in family caregivers of persons living with chronic neurological conditions.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The demand for family caregiving in persons with chronic neurological conditions (CNCs) is increasing. Psychological resilience may empower and protect caregivers in their role. Thus, a synthesis of resilience evidence within this specific population is warranted.

Aim

In this systematic review we aimed to: (1) examine the origins and conceptualizations of resilience; (2) summarize current resilience measurement tools; and (3) synthesize correlates, predictors and outcomes of resilience in family caregivers of persons with CNCs.

Design

We sourced English articles published up to July 2020 across five databases using search terms involving CNCs, family caregivers and resilience.

Results

A total of 50 studies were retained. Nearly half (44%) of the stud

SUBMITTER: McKenna O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8849377 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature