Progressive Neurodegenerative Diseases and Informal Caregivers
School Name
Chapin High School
Grade Level
11th Grade
Presentation Topic
Sociology
Presentation Type
Non-Mentored
Abstract
One of the leading global health crises at present is different forms of dementia. “About 3% of adults ages 70 to 74 had dementia in 2019, compared with 22% of adults ages 85 to 89 and 33% of adults ages 90 and older.” With the number of individuals diagnosed increasing, the amount of needed geriatric assistance would likely have to proportionally increase. This condition requires caregivers who provide full-time assistance. Oftentimes, these responsibilities are placed on the loved ones of the patient- causing drastic difficulties for the unpaid family member or friend. Informal caregiving can also impact the caregiver financially These responsibilities can impact both the caregivers physical and mental well-being. This study analyzes personal struggles through a survey and verbal interview to truly understand and identify the problems that informal caregivers suffer. The participants answered a section of 12 questions and then were asked to expand on 3 of the questions, selected at random by a numerical generator.
Recommended Citation
Baughman, Brycie, "Progressive Neurodegenerative Diseases and Informal Caregivers" (2023). South Carolina Junior Academy of Science. 126.
https://scholarexchange.furman.edu/scjas/2023/all/126
Location
ECL 119
Start Date
3-25-2023 10:45 AM
Presentation Format
Oral and Written
Group Project
No
Progressive Neurodegenerative Diseases and Informal Caregivers
ECL 119
One of the leading global health crises at present is different forms of dementia. “About 3% of adults ages 70 to 74 had dementia in 2019, compared with 22% of adults ages 85 to 89 and 33% of adults ages 90 and older.” With the number of individuals diagnosed increasing, the amount of needed geriatric assistance would likely have to proportionally increase. This condition requires caregivers who provide full-time assistance. Oftentimes, these responsibilities are placed on the loved ones of the patient- causing drastic difficulties for the unpaid family member or friend. Informal caregiving can also impact the caregiver financially These responsibilities can impact both the caregivers physical and mental well-being. This study analyzes personal struggles through a survey and verbal interview to truly understand and identify the problems that informal caregivers suffer. The participants answered a section of 12 questions and then were asked to expand on 3 of the questions, selected at random by a numerical generator.
