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Peer reviewedZarit, Steven H.; And Others – Gerontologist, 1980
Burden of caregivers was less when more visits were paid to the dementia patient by other relatives. Severity of behavioral problems was not associated with higher levels of burden. The results suggest the importance of providing support to caregivers as a critical step in community care. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Deinstitutionalization (of Disabled), Dementia, Family (Sociological Unit)
