ArticleIndian pediatrics2025
Psychosocial Distress, Depression and Burden Among Primary Caregivers of Children With Steroid-Sensitive Nephrotic Syndrome.
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- Mental health among caregivers of children with nephrotic syndrome: a prospective cohort study.Pediatric nephrology (Berlin, Germany) · 2026Observational
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Abstract
objectiveThis study assessed the psychological distress, depression, and burden among primary caregivers of children with steroid-sensitive nephrotic syndrome (SSNS) and explored its association with disease severity and patient/caregiver demographics.
methodsPsychological assessment of primary caregivers of children aged 6 months to 15 years with SSNS was performed using General Health Questionnaire-12 for psychological distress, Beck Depression Inventory for depression, and Zarit Burden Interview-6 for caregiver burden.
resultsOut of 72 eligible caregivers, 60 were included. Severe depression, severe psychological distress, and significant caregiver burden were observed in 38.3%, 30%, and 61.7% of primary caregivers, respectively. Steroid-dependent nephrotic syndrome (SDNS) and disease duration over 24 months increased severe psychological distress. Risk factors for caregiver depression included child < 7 years, female gender, frequently relapsing nephrotic syndrome (FRNS)/SDNS, steroid use > 6 months, > 4 relapses, and prior hospitalization. Caregiver burden was higher in younger age, FRNS/SDNS, hospitalization, and lower middle socio-economic status.
conclusionCaregivers of children with SSNS experience significant psychological distress, depression, and financial burden.
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