Effectiveness of a structured caregiver support program for caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease: A mixed methods study.
Hande Kirisik Surer, Nilufer Korkmaz Yaylagul
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In 30 seconds
This randomized controlled trial evaluated the Structured Caregiver Support Program (SCSP) for informal caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease. The study found that SCSP significantly reduced caregiver burden and improved psychological well-being and resilience, with effect sizes ranging from 0.921 to 2.134, indicating a large impact.
Key findings
- SCSP significantly reduced caregiver burden compared to the control group (p < 0.05).
- Psychological well-being improved significantly in the intervention group (p < 0.05).
- Effect sizes for post-test comparisons ranged from 0.921 to 2.134, indicating large effects.
Why it matters
Understanding effective support programs for caregivers is crucial, as they play a vital role in the care of individuals with Alzheimer's disease. Improved caregiver well-being can enhance the quality of care provided.