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Needs of Dementia Family Caregivers in Spain during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Background: We explored the experience from caregivers of people with dementia (PwD) during mandatory confinement due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Spain. Methods: An online survey, which studied the perceptions of the main problems and consequences experienced during confinement, was answered by 106 family caregivers of PwD. Results: Results showed that family caregivers of PwD experienced psychological problems, like anxiety, mood, sleep, or eating disorders during confinement and felt less supported when they had to handle challenging behaviors or offer meaningful activities. Conclusions: An innovative multi-Tiered supportive approach is needed which considers a post-pandemic reality and ensures the continuity of quality care for PwD and their family careers. 

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Key Information

Type of Reference
Jour
Type of Work
Journal article
Publisher
Ios press
ISBN/ISSN
13872877
Publication Year
2021
Issue Number
2
Journal Titles
Journal of Alzheimer's Disease
Volume Number
80
Start Page
533
End Page
537