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¹Laboratoire de Psychopathologie et Processus de Santé (EA 4057),Institut Universitaire Paris Descartes de Psychologie,Boulogne Billancourt,France.

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Summary

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Home caregivers caring for elderly individuals with Alzheimer's disease or alcohol use disorders experience helplessness and anxiety but find satisfaction in their role. This study highlights their challenges and rewards, informing support for professional caregivers.

Keywords:

Alzheimer’s disease Maladie d’Alzheimer Professional home caregivers aging aides à domicile conduites d’alcoolisation difficulties difficultés images of illness misuse of alcohol représentations de la maladie satisfactions vieillissement

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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Psychiatry
Social Work

Background:

Limited research exists on home caregiver experiences with elderly individuals facing Alzheimer's disease or alcohol use disorders in France.
Understanding these experiences is crucial for developing targeted support systems.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore home caregivers' perceptions of Alzheimer's disease and alcohol use disorders in the elderly.
To identify the specific difficulties and satisfactions encountered by professional home caregivers in these situations.

Main Methods:

Qualitative study involving semi-structured interviews with 17 social care workers.
Content analysis using a general inductive approach to interpret interview data.

Main Results:

Caregivers reported feelings of helplessness regarding alcohol misuse but utilized experience for communication.
Concerns about Alzheimer's disease progression and empathy-driven anxiety about aging were expressed.
Overall satisfaction was derived from providing care and gaining professional experience.

Conclusions:

Professional home caregivers face unique emotional and practical challenges with elderly patients suffering from Alzheimer's disease or alcohol use disorders.
Findings can inform the development of clinical preventive actions and support programs for home caregivers.
Addressing caregiver needs is essential for improving the quality of care for aging populations with complex health conditions.