Adult caregivers in the United States: characteristics and differences in well-being, by caregiver age and caregiving status.

Lynda A. Anderson; Valerie J. Edwards; William S. Pearson; Ronda C. Talley; Lisa C. McGuire; Elena M. Andresen

doi:10.5888/pcd10.130090

Adult caregivers in the United States: characteristics and differences in well-being, by caregiver age and caregiving status.

Lynda A. Anderson, Valerie J. Edwards, William S. Pearson, Ronda C. Talley, Lisa C. McGuire, Elena M. Andresen

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We examined the characteristics of adults providing regular care or assistance to friends or family members who have health problems, long-term illnesses, or disabilities (ie, caregivers). We used data from the 2009 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) to examine caregiver characteristics, by age and caregiving status, and compare these characteristics with those of noncaregivers. Approximately 24.7% (95% confidence interval, 24.4%-25.0%) of respondents were caregivers. Compared with younger caregivers, older caregivers reported more fair or poor health and physical distress but more satisfaction with life and lower mental distress. Understanding the characteristics of caregivers can help enhance strategies that support their role in providing long-term care.

Original language	English (US)
Article number	130090
Pages (from-to)	E135
Journal	Unknown Journal
Volume	10
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.5888/pcd10.130090
State	Published - 2013
Externally published	Yes

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