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ArticleWestern journal of nursing research2024

Thematic Analysis of Alzheimer's Medication Management Discussion in a Non-Moderated Online Forum.

Jia Liu, Kylie Meyer, Ashlie Glassner, Mitzi Gonzales, Rebecca J Bartlett Ellis, Hyejin Park, Lixin Song, Neela Patel, Jing Wang

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Jia LiuSchool of Nursing, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, USA.ORCID 0000-0003-0990-9299
Kylie MeyerFrances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, USA.
Ashlie GlassnerSchool of Nursing, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, USA.
Mitzi GonzalesBiggs Institute for Alzheimer's and Neurodegenerative Diseases, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, USA.
Rebecca J Bartlett EllisSchool of Nursing, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, USA.ORCID 0000-0001-5990-3595
Hyejin ParkCollege of Nursing, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL, USA.
Lixin SongSchool of Nursing, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, USA.
Neela PatelDepartment of Family and Community Medicine, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX, USA.
Jing WangCollege of Nursing, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL, USA.

Funding

South Texas Alzheimer's Disease Research CenterP30AG066546 · NIA · UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HLTH SCIENCE CENTER · PI Mohamad Habes · 2021 to 2026
$24.0M
NIA NIH HHS P30 AG066546
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundManaging medications for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias is challenging for caregivers. Information about caregivers' strategies to manage these challenges is needed to inform intervention development.

objectiveThis study aimed to understand caregivers' medication management experiences by analyzing online community discussions.

methodsPosts were extracted from the ALZConnected

resultsFour major themes emerged: (1) role transition of medication management responsibilities, (2) caregivers' uncertainty about medication purpose and values, (3) conflicts between the care recipients and caregivers, and (4) difficulty accessing and affording medications.

conclusionsThe experiences shared on a non-moderated, unstructured online forum indicate that medication management is challenging and overwhelming for caregivers of people living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Since this is a progressive disease with various stages and changing needs, caregivers' strategies vary and are often limited by available resources and support. Health care providers should offer training and support for caregivers to navigate the transfer of medication management responsibilities and changing care needs as the disease progresses.

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Alzheimer DiseaseCaregiversHumansMedication Therapy ManagementAlzheimer’s diseasecaregivermedication adherencemedication managementonline support group

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PMCPMC10955786

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