Observational studyBrain and behavior2021
The effects of caregiver's burden on dynamic structure in disorder of consciousness families: An observational study.
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- Intrinsic Brain Activity Alterations in Disorders of Consciousness: A Parallel Resting-State fMRI Analysis at 7 Tesla.Brain topography · 2026Article
- Advances in biomarkers for diagnosing and prognosticating disorders of consciousness.Frontiers in neuroscience · 2026Review
- Factors Determining the Burden of a Caregiver Providing Care to a Post-Stroke Patient.Journal of clinical medicine · 2025Article
- Understanding the family burden and caregiver role in stroke rehabilitation: insights from a retrospective study.Neurological sciences : official journal of the Italian Neurological Society and of the Italian Society of Clinical Neurophysiology · 2024Article
- Recovery of consciousness after acute brain injury: a narrative review.Journal of intensive care · 2024Review
- The effects of caregiver's burden on dynamic structure in disorder of consciousness families: An observational study.Brain and behavior · 2021Observational
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Abstract
introductionDisorder of consciousness is a clinical condition due to severe brain damage. The impact of consciousness disorder on the family is characterized by a combination of biopsychosocial factors. The burden and suffering perceived by caregivers can cause psychological distress characterized by anxiety, depression, and physical illness. The aim of the study was to investigate the interaction between family dynamics and caregiver burden.
methodsWe enlisted 35 caregivers of subjects in a minimally conscious state. Two skilled psychologists administered the Olson's Adaptability and Family Cohesion Assessment Scale and the Novak's Burden Inventory Caregiver Scale to assess family function and family burden, respectively.
resultsWe found that the caregiver burden correlates with the family adaptability and cohesion, as well as with enmeshment, rigidity, and disengagement.
conclusionFindings suggest that the traumatic event does not affect the family structure. Families are able to maintain a balanced functioning and control distress.
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