Network effects in caregiver to care-recipient violence: a study of caregivers to those diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease

Article Abstract:

Social networks of family caregivers of elderly patients with Alzheimer's disease are significant predictors of their violent ideation toward the care-recipient. The nature and quality of relations with network associates are more important in reducing stress and violence than the number of contacts. Violent feelings toward the care-recipient are markedly reduced when the caregiver has status similar networks, and associations with those who have caregiving experience. This enables sharing of knowledge and skills required for coping with violence-inducing disruptive behavior of patients.

Social aspects, Alzheimer's disease, Social networks, Family violence, Domestic violence

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Caregivers' sensitivity to conflict: the use of the vignette methodology

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The use of vignettes along with qualitative and quantitative questions is a useful method for measuring caregivers' sensitivity to conflict and coping strategies. Female caregivers of elderly people show varying degrees of sensitivity to conflict, depending on the amount of conflict involved in the imaginary cases. Their responses reflect real life experiences. They feel less guilty about maladaptive coping, sympathize with the caregivers' character, are unable to continue in severe conflict situations, favour nursing home placement for the elderly, and report lack of independence.

Surveys, Conflict management, Interpersonal conflict

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Enhancing the quality of care in residential and nursing homes: more than just a professional responsibility

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A study was conducted to analyze issues considered important in enhancing the quality of care received by older people in residential and nursing home settings. The need to improve such care and its correlation as a societal and professional responsibility were discussed. Results indicated five ways of realizing quality, each requiring attention for progress to be realized. These include making homes a quality option, facilitating a quality choice, creation of a quality perception, valuing quality staff, and reconceptualizing quality results.

Management, Residential care facilities, Nursing homes, Nursing home management

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