The longitudinal and dyadic effects of mutuality on perceived stress for stroke survivors and their spousal caregivers.
Conclusion: These findings highlight the interpersonal nature of stress in the context of caregiving for a spouse. Caregivers are especially influenced by perceived stress in the spousal relationship. Couples should be encouraged to focus on positive aspects of the caregiving relationship to mitigate stress.
PMID: 23323629 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Aging and Mental Health - Category: Geriatrics Authors: Godwin KM, Swank PR, Vaeth P, Ostwald SK Tags: Aging Ment Health Source Type: research