Effects of Caregiving Stress on Family Members Supporting Elderly Individuals with Chronic Illnesses - Summary - MDSpire

Effects of Caregiving Stress on Family Members Supporting Elderly Individuals with Chronic Illnesses

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  • Fahad A. Alghamdi

  • April 28, 2026

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Objective:

To evaluate the impact of caregiving burden on family members caring for older relatives with chronic diseases in Saudi Arabia, addressing a significant gap in existing research.

Key Findings:
  • One-third of caregivers reported moderate-to-high burden: 36.36% mild to moderate, 27.27% high burden (p < 0.05).
  • Caregiver gender, hours of caregiving, and family support were significantly associated with burden.
  • Female caregivers and those providing 2–3 hours of care daily reported higher burden.
  • Low family support correlated with higher burden (51.9% vs. 11.2% with high support).
  • Relationship to the care recipient was the only independent predictor of caregiver burden.
Interpretation:

Family caregivers of older adults with chronic diseases in Al-Baha experience significant burden, particularly those closely related to the care recipient, highlighting the urgent need for targeted support interventions.

Limitations:
  • Cross-sectional design limits causal inferences, making it difficult to establish direct relationships.
  • Findings may not be generalizable beyond the Al-Baha region due to cultural and healthcare differences.
Conclusion:

Substantial caregiver burden exists among family members caring for older adults with chronic diseases, necessitating targeted interventions to support these caregivers and improve their well-being.

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Effects of Caregiving Stress on Family Members Supporting Elderly Individuals with Chronic Illnesses

  • by Fahad A. Alghamdi

  • April 28, 2026

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