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ArticleHealthcare (Basel, Switzerland)2024

Quality of Life and Incidence of Clinical Signs and Symptoms among Caregivers of Persons with Mental Disorders: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Vasiliki Oikonomou, Evgenia Gkintoni, Constantinos Halkiopoulos, Evangelos C Karademas

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Article in Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland), 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 20 papers, 3 of them syntheses that pooled it.

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5 · Who and what money

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4 authors at 4 institutions in 1 country.

Vasiliki OikonomouSchool of Social Sciences, Hellenic Open University, 26335 Patras, Greece.
Evgenia GkintoniDepartment of Psychiatry, University General Hospital of Patras, 26504 Patras, Greece.ORCID 0000-0002-3197-2019
Constantinos HalkiopoulosDepartment of Management Science and Technology, University of Patras, 26334 Patras, Greece.ORCID 0000-0001-7924-5075
Evangelos C KarademasSchool of Social Sciences, Hellenic Open University, 26335 Patras, Greece.
General University Hospital of Patras · GRHellenic Open University · GRUniversity of Crete · GRUniversity of Patras · GR

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundCaring for individuals with mental disorders poses significant challenges for caregivers, often leading to compromised quality of life and mental health issues such as stress, anxiety, and depression. This study aims to assess the extent of these challenges among caregivers in Greece, identifying which demographic factors influence their well-being.

methodA total of 157 caregivers were surveyed using the SF-12 Health Survey for quality-of-life assessment and the DASS-21 questionnaire for evaluating stress, anxiety, and depression symptoms.

resultsThe study found that caregivers, especially women and younger individuals, faced high levels of mental health challenges. Marital status, educational level, and employment status also significantly influenced caregivers' well-being. Depression was the most significant factor negatively correlating with the mental component of quality of life. The magnitude of the burden experienced by caregivers highlighted the urgency for targeted social and financial support, as well as strategic treatment programs that consider caregiver well-being.

conclusionsCaregivers of individuals with mental disorders endure significant stress, anxiety, and depression, influencing their quality of life. Demographic factors such as age, gender, marital status, education, and employment status have notable impacts. Findings emphasize the need for society-wide recognition of caregivers' roles and the creation of comprehensive support and intervention programs to alleviate their burden, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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anxietycaregiversclinical symptomsdepressionmental disordersquality of lifesocial supportstress

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PMCPMC10815690
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