Even mild depression puts a burden on Alzheimer's family caregivers
Monday, September 21, 2015 - 10:00
in Health & Medicine
Caregiving for an Alzheimer's patient is especially burdensome for spousal and family caregivers who at the time of their near and dear one's Alzheimer's diagnosis suffer from depressive symptoms, according to a study. The study analyzed the psychological stress of family caregivers during a three-year period following the Alzheimer's diagnosis.