SynthesisFrontiers in medicine2025
A narrative review of challenges faced by informal caregivers of people with dementia in the Middle East and North Africa.
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- Validation of the Arabic version of the short 10/66 dementia diagnostic schedule for the Lebanese population.BMC geriatrics · 2026Article
- Occupational Therapy Neurorehabilitation Practice in Middle East and North Africa (MENA): A Scoping Review.Occupational therapy international · 2026Article
- Exploring Changes in Family Functioning: A Qualitative Study of Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis.Patient preference and adherence · 2026Article
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Abstract
Background: Informal caregivers of individuals with dementia in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region face a unique set of challenges shaped by cultural, religious, and structural factors. Understanding these challenges is crucial for informing effective supportive interventions. Methods: A narrative review was conducted by searching PubMed, Scopus, Medline, Embase, and Web of Science in January 2024. Thirty-two studies that met the inclusion criteria were analyzed using an inductive thematic approach to synthesize findings related to caregiver burden across the MENA region. Results: Key themes identified include financial strain, gendered burden, inadequate governmental support, limited dementia knowledge, and reliance on domestic workers. Cultural and religious expectations were found to both motivate and complicate caregiving. Interventions such as caregiver education, formal policy support, and the integration of domestic workers were highlighted as potential avenues for relief. Conclusion: Informal caregivers in the MENA region face a multifaceted burden with limited structural support. Culturally sensitive interventions are necessary to alleviate the psychological, financial, and emotional strain experienced by these individuals, with a focus on education, policy reform, and the development of an inclusive caregiving infrastructure.
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