The positive aspects of caregiving in dementia: A critical review of the qualitative literature

作者：Joanna Lloyd, Tom G Patterson, Jane Muers · 发表于：Dementia · 年份：2014 · DOI：10.1177/1471301214564792 · 被引用次数：301 · 研究领域：Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research、Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes、Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving

Positive aspects of caregiving in dementia have been identified as important in understanding the experiences of carers, yet the research base lacks clear definitions of key concepts. Qualitative research explores carers' experiences of positive aspects of caregiving in rich detail which lends itself to supporting theory development. The aim of the present review was to critically evaluate the empirical findings of qualitative studies that have explored positive aspects of caregiving in dementia. A systematic search of the literature revealed 14 studies that met this aim. Carers described multiple positive dimensions of caregiving and identified several factors that were important in supporting their positive caregiving experience. The present review evidences a solid base of understanding of the positive aspects of caregiving in dementia from which concepts and theories can be further developed. Clinical and research implications are discussed.