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This study explores how African American families navigate mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Findings highlight diverse awareness, care preferences, and decisions about seeking external support for persons with MCI.

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Background:

  • Limited research exists on African American families' experiences with mild cognitive impairment (MCI).
  • Understanding these experiences is crucial for culturally sensitive care and support.
  • The life-course perspective provides a framework for examining long-term family dynamics related to MCI.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the lived experiences of African American families coping with MCI.
  • To understand family awareness, assessment, and adaptation to MCI.
  • To identify factors influencing care decisions and support seeking within these families.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative interviews were conducted with 27 African American families.
  • Participants included persons with MCI (PwMCI) and their close family members/friends.
  • Data were analyzed using a life-course perspective.

Main Results:

  • Significant variability was found in MCI awareness, assessment, and role adjustments among families.
  • Families emphasized the importance of trusted social networks and honoring the PwMCI's care preferences.
  • Beliefs about external support varied, with some preferring in-family care and others open to outside services.

Conclusions:

  • Diagnosis acceptance and family decision-making are central to how African American families respond to MCI.
  • Culturally tailored interventions are needed to support these families.
  • Future research should continue to explore the unique challenges and strengths of African American families facing MCI.