Title

Perceptions of caregiving role by son’s caring for a parent with alzheimer’s disease: A qualitative study

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Journal of Gerontological Social Work

Publication Date

9-30-2002

Abstract

In this qualitative study, 18 sons were interviewed about the factors that led them to assume the role of primary caregiver for a parent with progressive memory loss, such as Alzheimer's disease, as well as the personal challenge that they experienced in this role. The analysis demonstrated that sons experience a range of emotional reactions, personal and professional conflict, as well as learn about new roles and responsibilities as they attempt to access the needed services for their parent. Clinical recommendations for geriatric social workers are discussed. © 2002 by The Haworth Press, Inc. All rights reserved.

Volume

37

Issue

2

First Page

61

Last Page

76

DOI

10.1300/J083v37n02_06

ISSN

01634372

E-ISSN

15404048

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