A problem shared is a problem halved? Comparing burdens arising for family caregivers of patients with disorders of consciousness in institutionalized versus at home care
Abstract Background Disorders-of-consciousness (DOC) are rare conditions leading to very severe physical and mental disabilities. Providing care for DOC patients has been described as a stressful experience, eroding the physical and psychological health of the caregiver. Different forms of care may...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2018-12-01
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Series: | BMC Psychology |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40359-018-0272-x |