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The social and emotional burden of Dravet syndrome on Spanish caregivers.
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5 citing papers in PubMed.
- Silence around SUDEP and its impact on caregivers of individuals with developmental and epileptic encephalopathies: An international survey.Epilepsia open · 2026Article
- Labour of Love: A Sequential Exploratory Mixed-Methods Study on the Impact of Caring for a Child With Dravet Syndrome.Journal of intellectual disability research : JIDR · 2026Article
- Validation of the Zarit burden interview for Polish caregivers of individuals with rare diseases: a multidimensional approach to assessing caregiver burden.BMC psychology · 2025Article
- Assessing the impact of Dravet syndrome on caregivers' quality of life and perceived burden in Poland.BMC psychology · 2025Article
- Perception of psychosocial burden in mothers of children with rare pediatric neurological diseases.Scientific reports · 2025Article
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Abstract
Background: Dravet syndrome (DS) is a rare developmental and epileptic encephalopathy that presents with frequent and prolonged seizures resistant to treatment as well as cognitive problems such as behavioral and developmental delays. However, there is a lack of scientific literature on the impact of this condition on caregivers and the family unit. Objectives: To find out the social and emotional impact of DS on the family unit, to provide a comprehensive understanding of the disease's effects on both the family and caregivers. Materials and methods: A tailored online survey was administered to Spanish DS families, collecting data on the employment, financial, emotional, and social status of patients and caregivers. Results: A total of 112 Spanish caregivers participated in the study. The mean age of the 112 parents was 46.61 years, and 77.68 % of them were mothers. The majority of caregivers had to quit their jobs or reduce their working hours to take care of their child with DS, being the most of them mothers. Most of the caregivers felt that they were not well-informed by healthcare professionals (HCPs) and the Spanish National Health System (NHS). Despite access to resources, families often face financial strain and challenges in obtaining sufficient support, highlighting the need for enhanced social, economic, and psychological backing. In addition, both sentimental and social relationships were negatively impacted in the vast majority of respondents. Conclusions: The study advocates for policy reforms, integrated social services, community programs, and multidisciplinary efforts to improve the quality of life and social integration for those affected by DS.
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