main categories | Sub-categories |
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The impact of caregiving on family relationships | Declined conjugal relationship |
Ignoring their own children’s needs | |
Children incompatibility | |
Impaired emotional atmosphere | |
Disruption of social relationships | Limited activities and social interactions |
Declined contribution to community conventions and activities | |
Disruption of personal and occupational plans | Full-time engagement |
Care-Job conflicts | |
Disregarding themselves | |
Interference in routine life | |
Physical health-related issues | Changes in sleeping patterns due to caregiving |
Physical problems | |
Negative emotions | Being depressed |
Being anxious | |
Disappointment with the seniors’ recovery | |
Psychological distress | |
Dealing with the high costs of care | Costly medicine and equipment |
Costly professional care |