Alzheimer’s disease can be a devastating condition for anyone experiencing the symptoms. This disease can also affect the family of the person who is experiencing the symptoms, particularly the primary caregiver. The symptoms of the Alzheimer’s disease are felt by the person who is suffering from the disease and witnessed by the caregiver. While observing a loved one experience the symptoms of the Alzheimer’s disease the caregiver may develop an overwhelming sense of burden.
This study examined the relationship between spiritual support and burden among Alzheimer’s caregivers. The collection of data was accomplished by a packet of surveys mailed to Alzheimer’s caregivers. We learned in this study, spiritual support is not the sole reason for perceived burden to be low; rather, spiritual support causes a more positive outlook on the burden, triggering the caregivers to report lower levels of perceived burden. We all must be confident in the knowledge of supports used in achieving the ability to cope with stress when caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease.
To read more click on the link: http://etd.lsu.edu/docs/available/etd-04162012-152226/
This study examined the relationship between spiritual support and burden among Alzheimer’s caregivers. The collection of data was accomplished by a packet of surveys mailed to Alzheimer’s caregivers. We learned in this study, spiritual support is not the sole reason for perceived burden to be low; rather, spiritual support causes a more positive outlook on the burden, triggering the caregivers to report lower levels of perceived burden. We all must be confident in the knowledge of supports used in achieving the ability to cope with stress when caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease.
To read more click on the link: http://etd.lsu.edu/docs/available/etd-04162012-152226/
Today is my first full day as a full time employee at Alzheimer’s Services of the Capital Area. I have recently graduated from Louisiana State University, Graduate School of Social Work. The above information is a small portion of my recently defended thesis which I found thoroughly interesting. As researching the topic I became more and more convinced coping with perceived burden cannot be done alone, whether a higher power is called upon and/or we receive a call here at Alzheimer’s Services. I am honored to be employed by such a wonderfully helpful organization and I look forward to many fantastic endeavors.
by Katherine Schillings, Program Coordinator
by Katherine Schillings, Program Coordinator
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