Anxiety In Family Caregivers Of Children With Chronic Diseases
Identify the psychosocial and sociodemographic variables associated with anxiety in family caregivers of children with chronic diseases.
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This research shows that family caregivers of children with chronic diseases may experience anxiety, and that certain psychosocial factors can influence the level of anxiety they experience. The study identified five factors that are associated with family caregiver anxiety, which means that if support is provided to address those factors, it could help to reduce caregiver anxiety.
This in turn could make the burden of being a family caregiver more manageable. Knowing the factors associated with family caregiver anxiety can help families and medical professionals better understand and support family caregivers.
Factors associated with anxiety in family caregivers of children with chronic diseases
Abstract
Anxiety In Family Caregivers
Currently, information on factors associated with anxiety in family caregivers of children with chronic diseases is unavailable, indicating a significant gap in the literature. Therefore, this study aims to identify the psychosocial and sociodemographic variables associated with anxiety in family caregivers of children with chronic diseases.
Methods
In 2018, a nonprobability sample of 446 family caregivers was recruited at the National Institute of Health in Mexico City. The participants completed a sociodemographic variable questionnaire, clinical questions, and 18 psychosocial assessment scales, including a scale to assess family caregiver anxiety.
Results
Family caregiver anxiety was correlated with almost all psychosocial variables and one out of three clinical variables but with none of the sociodemographic variables. Furthermore, a multiple linear regression model with five psychosocial variables was established to predict family caregiver anxiety.
Conclusions
Some psychosocial variables have effects on caregiver anxiety that are relevant for interventions. Clinical interventions should be implemented based on the psychosocial variables associated with family caregiver anxiety.
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