scholarly journals A systematic review of interventions for family caregivers of the elderly with dementia in Korea

2021 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
pp. 306-320
Author(s):  
Seonghee Jeong ◽  
Jeonghae Hwang ◽  
Doonam Oh
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Emotional Support ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Complex Interventions ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Outcome Variable ◽  
Exclusion Criteria ◽  
Emotional Social Support ◽  
And Coping

Purpose: This study was a systematic review to assess the contents and effects of an intervention program for family caregivers of the elderly with dementia in Korea. Methods: A literature search was done using Medline, CINAHL, RISS, KISS, and DBpia to identify studies reported in English or Korean from 2000 to 2021. Results: A total of 1,162 articles were searched; finally, 23 articles were used in the analysis based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The most applied intervention contents were knowledge provision and emotional support. Fourteen articles (60.9%) reported on complex interventions, including emotional, social support, relaxation, and various activities. The most frequently measured outcome variable in the reviewed literature was “burden,” followed by “depression” and “coping strategy.” Conclusion: The review results can provide basic data for establishing evidence and suggesting directions of interventions for family caregivers of the elderly with dementia.

scholarly journals The Burden of Dysphagia on Family Caregivers of the Elderly: A Systematic Review

Geriatrics ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 30 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ashwini Namasivayam-MacDonald ◽  
Samantha Shune
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
The Elderly

scholarly journals Burden in family caregivers of the elderly: prevalence and association with characteristics of the elderly and the caregivers

2013 ◽  
Vol 47 (5) ◽  
pp. 1129-1136 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lara de Sa Neves Loureiro ◽  
Maria das Gracas Melo Fernandes ◽  
Sueli Marques ◽  
Maria Miriam Lima da Nobrega ◽  
Rosalina A. Partezani Rodrigues
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Emotional Support ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Demographic Characteristics ◽  
Spousal Caregivers ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The City

A cross-sectional, epidemiological study aimed to estimate the prevalence of burden among family caregivers of impaired elderly residents in the city of João Pessoa, and to identify associations between the mean burden and social and demographic characteristics of the elderly and the caregivers. A total number of 240 elderly residents in a previously drawn census tract participated in this research. The sample was composed of 52 elderly and their caregivers. For data collection, a questionnaire was applied with questions on social and demographic characteristics of elderly and caregivers, and the Burden Interview Scale was used. Results showed a high prevalence of burden among caregivers (84.6%), in which a statistically significant association was found with the following characteristics: retired elderly, elderly as head of family, spousal caregivers, and caregivers with less education. The findings of this study may contribute to the development of activities focused on formal and emotional support for the caregivers.

Family caregivers of the elderly: quality of life and coping in Estonia

2013 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 539-555 ◽  
Author(s):  
Krista Tammsaar ◽  
Virve-Ines Laidmäe ◽  
Taimi Tulva ◽  
Koidu Saia
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
And Coping

scholarly journals Anemia and the frailty syndrome amongst the elderly living in the community: a systematic review

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 223-231
Author(s):  
Elisa Priscila Sousa de Assis ◽  
Barbara Gazolla de Macêdo ◽  
Hanna Sette Camara de Oliveira ◽  
Poliana de Paula Dias Rezende ◽  
Carlos Maurício Figueiredo Antunes
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Functional Capacity ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Risk Of Bias ◽  
Elderly Persons ◽  
Frailty Syndrome ◽  
Exclusion Criteria ◽  
Meta Analyses ◽  
Elderly Living ◽  
Selection Of

Abstract Objective: To evaluate the association between anemia and the onset of the frailty syndrome amongst the elderly living in the community. Method: A systematic literature review of articles from the MEDLINE and LILACS databases published in English, Spanish and Portuguese over the last ten years was carried out. Articles were included in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Results: The search identified 193 studies. After deleting duplicated articles and applying the exclusion criteria only seven articles remained. Three articles used standardized criteria to define frailty, whereas four evaluated functional capacity as a synonym for the frailty syndrome. Conclusion: Anemia was related to a worsening of functional capacity and to the presence of the frailty syndrome in elderly persons living in the community. However, the risk of bias in the studies was high in relation to the selection of the criteria and instruments used to assess and define frailty.

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PHYSICAL FRAILTY AND MILD COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT IN THE ELDERLY: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Kiiti Borges ◽  
N. Oiring de Castro Cezar ◽  
A. Silva Santos Siqueira1 ◽  
M. Yassuda ◽  
M. Cesari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Mild Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Physical Frailty ◽  
Exclusion Criteria ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Relationship

Introduction: Physical frailty (PF) appears to be associated with low cognitive performance and mild cognitive impairment (MCI). This review evaluated and synthesized the evidence of studies investigating the association between PF and MCI, the prevalence of both conditions and the rate of conversion of healthy older adult to one of them during the follow-up. Methods: A systematic review was performed according to the PRISMA recommendations in the Pubmed, SciELO and LILACS databases. Five studies were eligible according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. Results: Regarding the study design, cross-sectional studies prevailed. Most studies showed a positive association between PF and MCI. Moreover, PF seems to predict a worse cognitive trajectory among participants with MCI and it is associated to a higher risk of developing MCI. Conclusion: Our findings suggest a significant association between PF and MCI. Further longitudinal studies are needed to better explore causality.

scholarly journals Emotional Repercussion and Changes Experienced by Family Caregivers of Individuals with Alzheimer's: A Study in the Southern Region of Tocantins, Brazil

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Camila Rocha de Oliveira ◽  
Ellen Fernanda Klinger ◽  
Daniely de Sousa Prado ◽  
Larisse Aires Moreira
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Psychological Reactions ◽  
The Look ◽  
And Coping ◽  
Over Time

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common dementia among the elderly, but unfortunately, the early symptoms are mistaken for natural aspects of age. Thus, knowledge is an excellent tool to get a diagnosis still in the early stage. Aims: Therefore, this article addresses the psychological reactions of family caregivers of individuals with that disorder and coping conditions experienced by them. Methods: To this end, an exploratory descriptive study of qualitative approach with semi-structured interviews with primary caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer took place, and some of the participants were appointed by indicated Regional Tocantinense Association Brasilian Alzheimer’s - ABRAZ, not exceeding the expected number, the researchers received help in the indication of caregivers who were already part of this research. Results: Regarding the coping conditions, there was family resilience, some resorted even psychological aid, since the change in routine was essential for the welfare of the elderly. Five respondents knew little about the disease before diagnosis, however, they began to delve into the matter with a view to aid in the treatment. Thus the knowledge acquired over time only came to add, thereby contributing to an improvement in the quality of life in both parties. Conclusion: The look of psychology facing the coping experienced by caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s is of paramount importance, as well as knowledge of caregivers about the disease, although acquired over time, contributed to an improvement in the quality of life of both parties.

scholarly journals Relationship of selenium consumption and the improvement of cognitive performance in humans and animals: a systematic review

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Everton Horiquini Barbosa ◽  
Mariana Almeida ◽  
Brendon Stallen Lopes Nogueira
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Cognitive Function ◽  
Cognitive Performance ◽  
Brain Function ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Cellular Damage ◽  
Exclusion Criteria ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
The Brain

Introduction: The aging process is characterized by morphological, physiological, biochemical and psychological changes that depend on the lifestyle. This process is the result of the accumulation of molecular and cellular damage throughout life, leading to a gradual decrease in physical and mental capacity, and greater chances of the development of pathologies such as the decline in cognitive function. Studies show that adequate consumption of foods containing selenium (Se) acts to inhibit the production of free radicals, reducing the damage caused by oxidative stress. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between selenium consumption and the maintenance of cognitive function. Methods:A systematic review of scientific articles was carried out to analyze the relationship between Se consumption and cognitive function in the elderly. The identification of the articles was carried out in the electronic databases Pubmed, MEDLINE and LILACS, by two independent researchers. In all databases, the search was performed using the Results: The search resulted in 270 studies, however, applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, eight articles were selected. Conclusion: We conclude that an adequate intake of Se must be indicated in order to maintain the brain function. In summary, the articles discussed in the presente study show a high relation of Se consumption and the improvement of cognitive performance, both in humans and in animals.

scholarly journals A Systematic Review of Self-Care Interventions for African American Family Caregivers

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 354-354
Author(s):  
Eunjung Ko ◽  
Karen Moss ◽  
Tara O'Brien ◽  
Loren Wold ◽  
Karen Rose ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Caregiver Burden ◽  
Self Care ◽  
American Family ◽  
Exclusion Criteria ◽  
Future Studies ◽  
Unpaid Care ◽  
The Impact

Abstract African Americans (AA) family caregivers provide the bulk of unpaid care to persons living with dementia (PLWD). This role leaves little time for the adoption of self-care behaviors—critical to the prevention and management of chronic diseases. In this systematic review, we appraise caregiver self-care interventions that include AA caregivers of PLWD. PubMed, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Cochrane, and Embase databases were searched. Terms included AA/Black, self-care, caregiving, lifestyle, intervention, psychological stress, and faith/community. We initially found 250 references and after application of exclusion criteria and removal of redundant references, 18 articles were analyzed. Most interventions focused on impacting levels of caregiver burden, depression, physical activity, anxiety, or wellbeing. Psychoeducation, physical activity, and spiritually-focused interventions were most effective in improving outcomes in caregivers. Future studies should examine the impact of interventions on the prevention and management of chronic disease in AA caregivers of PLWD.

Filial Responsibility and Informal Support among Family Caregivers of the Elderly in Jerusalem: A Path Analysis

1994 ◽  
Vol 38 (2) ◽  
pp. 137-151 ◽  
Author(s):  
Howard Litwin
Keyword(s):  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Elderly Care ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Path Model ◽  
Care Recipient ◽  
Informal Support ◽  
Outcome Variable ◽  
Filial Responsibility ◽  
Future Expectations ◽  
Hospitalized Elderly

Informal family caregivers from a sample of 110 hospitalized elderly Jewish Jerusalemites were queried regarding their perceptions of filial responsibility and the supports they provide their parent(s). A path model was examined in which the outcome variable was a measure of the caregivers' expectations of future support. Background variables considered included sociodemographic variables and religiosity of the caregivers, family problems, proximity to the dependent parent, ADL, and length of dependency of the elderly care recipient. The analysis found future expectations of support to be explained principally by perceptions of filial responsibility, that were in turn explained by religiosity of the caregiver. Current support provided was influenced by proximity to the care recipient, ADL, length of dependency, and perceptions of filial responsibility. The implications of these findings for promotion of informal care are discussed.

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