Forgiveness as an Intervention among Caregivers of Dementia Patients: Case Report

Abstract

There is extensive research evidence supporting that it is very common for the caregivers for dementia patients to experience high levels of burden and psychological morbidity. Therefore, supportive interventions for caregivers have been developed in order to face their needs. Prior research has shown forgiveness to be a crucial intervention process in helping people heal anger over betrayals, relieve depression and anxiety and restore peace of mind. This article presents a case report from a support group at Alzheimer Hellas depicting and highlighting the main aspects of the forgiveness intervention.