Typology of family caregivers of older persons: A latent profile analysis using elder mistreatment risk and protective factors

Yan, Elsie; Lai, Daniel W. L.; Cheng, Sheung Tak; Ng, Haze K L; Lou, VW; Fong, Daniel Yee Tak

doi:10.1080/08946566.2023.2197269

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“…While some of the participants were aware and concerned about the risks of caregiver distress in the form of depression, suicidality, and homicidality, the existence or extent of such ideation within participants were not uncovered, and neither were they explored in this study. Nevertheless, it is noteworthy that these have been identified as being of particular concern in adult caregiver literature, whereby caregiver burden and distress have been shown to contribute towards suicidality, elder abuse, and homicidality [153][154][155]. The latter warrants further exploration, given the current dearth of research in the local context on homicidal ideation among caregivers across age groups.…”

Section: Intergenerational Dynamics and Relational Distressmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…This is pertinent given that a cross-sectional and non-randomised Singaporean study reported the prevalence of elder mistreatment in the community to be 8.3% and that a conflictual and hostile family environment, characterized by psychological and physical abuse, underpins and exacerbates mistreatment [156]. Yan's et al's [153] typographic analysis of caregiver profiles in relation to elder mistreatment further found that isolated and traumatized caregivers reported higher levels of caregiver burden and stress, which were one of the greater risk factors for mistreatment, among other factors such as childhood traumatic experiences. Nevertheless, Burnight & Mosqueda [157] (p. 8) caution that while stress and caregiver burden play an indispensable role as contributing risk factors for elder abuse, these should be considered "without excusing the abuser's behavior".…”

Section: Intergenerational Dynamics and Relational Distressmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Exploring the Lived Experiences of Caregiving for Older Family Members by Young Caregivers in Singapore: Transition, Trials, and Tribulations

Subramaniam,

Mehta

2024

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Amidst population ageing trends and epidemiological transitions, there has been a growing emergence of young family caregivers, about whom most studies have been conducted in Western countries. Their subjective experiences and perceptions toward caregiving remain underexplored in Asia. This qualitative study explored the lived experiences of caregiving for older family members by young caregivers in Singapore. Interpretative phenomenological analysis was employed to collect and analyse data from semi-structured, in-depth interviews with six young adult caregivers aged between 23 and 29. Interviews were supplemented with photo-elicitation techniques to deepen interview discussions and uncover experiential significance. Findings illustrated transitions into caregiving, challenges across role conflicts and expectations amidst developmental tasks and transitions, and navigation of intergenerational conflicts and ambivalence. Although no definitive conclusions can be reached from this small-scale study, the findings offer important insights into the convergence and intensity of young caregivers’ experiences. Given that caregiving challenges are likely to continue amidst Singapore’s rapidly ageing population, these necessitate further in-depth research efforts. Implications for policy and practice across multiple stakeholders interfacing with youth and older adults are presented. A whole-of-society approach is called for to enable young caregivers to realise their full potential while contributing to their ageing families and nation.

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Section: Intergenerational Dynamics and Relational Distressmentioning

confidence: 99%