No one knows the precise number of people with disabilities who experience violence or abuse each year, but the number of cases per year in the United States is probably well in excess of 2,000,000. This includes most of the estimated 500,000 to 2,000,000 cases of elder abuse, about one-third of the estimated 3,000,000 cases
This article explores the intricate dynamics of dementia caregiver stress and presents a comprehensive examination of the challenges faced by individuals caring for those with dementia. The introduction outlines the significance of the issue and sets the stage for an in-depth analysis. The first section delves into the nature of caregiver stress, delineating the unique
Caregiver burden is a term used to describe the physical, mental, social, and financial impact of caring for someone who is ill or who has functional impairments. Although the term can be applied to all care-givers (paid and unpaid), in most circumstances the term is applied to unpaid caregivers (called informal caregivers) who are usually