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Role change as breadwinner in cancer caregiving
1Regional Cancer Centre, JIPMER, Puducherry, India.
Indian Journal of Cancer
|February 23, 2018
Summary
Cancer caregivers in India, especially those juggling dual roles, face significant challenges. Guided support and healthcare system intervention are crucial for improving their caregiving and personal well-being.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Sociology
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Indian families traditionally assume cancer caregiving roles.
- Changing family structures in India present new challenges to cancer caregiving.
- Caregiver support systems are often scarce in Indian settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- Analyze the life situation of cancer survivor caregivers.
- Identify areas for caregiver intervention.
- Understand the impact of dual roles on caregivers.
Main Methods:
- Descriptive research design.
- Purposive sampling technique.
- Sample size of 40 respondents.
Main Results:
- Majority of caregivers were females (75%) aged 35-45 (65%).
- 95% voluntarily adopted dual roles, with 85% finding it difficult to cope.
- 60% expressed dissatisfaction and fear of failure in their dual roles.
Conclusions:
- Dual role adaptation requires time and guided support.
- Healthcare systems must address the challenges faced by dual-role caregivers.
- Interventions are needed to help caregivers manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
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