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Gerontology
Sociology of Health
Qualitative Research Methods

Background:

Caregiver burden is a complex concept with varied definitions in aging research.
Understanding caregivers' lived experiences is crucial for developing effective support strategies.
Online platforms offer a unique window into the unvarnished challenges faced by family caregivers.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore how informal caregivers conceptualize and articulate the difficulties of caring for older adults.
To analyze qualitative data from online forums to identify themes related to caregiving challenges.
To inform theoretical frameworks and measurement tools for caregiver burden.

Main Methods:

Inductive content analysis of Reddit posts from caregiver-focused subreddits (December 2022-December 2023).
Stratified random sampling of posts detailing negative caregiving experiences.
Exclusion of posts from paid caregivers and those caring for individuals under 65.

Main Results:

Analysis of 387 posts revealed five key themes of caregiving difficulty.
Challenges include disruption of self-identity, development of resentment, and caregiver burnout.
Other themes involve strained family relationships and navigation of long-term care systems.

Conclusions:

Caregivers express challenges using terms beyond 'burden,' highlighting familial and systemic frustrations.
Findings suggest expanding caregiver burden measures to include dimensions of strain.
Results can guide the development of targeted interventions and support for informal caregivers.