The influence of neuroticism and extraversion on the perceived burden of dementia caregivers: an exploratory study
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The influence of neuroticism and extraversion on the perceived burden of dementia caregivers: an exploratory studyFecha
2012-08-18Cita bibliográfica
González-Abraldes I, Millán-Calenti JC, Lorenzo-López L, Maseda A. The influence of neuroticism and extraversion on the perceived burden of dementia caregivers: an exploratory study. Arch Gerontol Geriatr. 2013;56:91-95.
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[Abstract] Most studies reflect dementia caregivers usually sustain higher levels of burden compared to other
caregivers. However, they do not consider variability within the caregiver, such as personality traits. The
purpose of this study was to examine the influence of extraversion and neuroticism on dementia
caregiver burden. A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted with 33 caregivers looking after
demented-patients. All caregivers had intense burden levels, and their personality, depression, anxiety
and self-rated health were evaluated. Personality variables had important effects on the caregiver
burden and consequences on their mental health. Neuroticism was significantly correlated with burden
(r = 0.6, p < 0.01), depression (r = 0.68, p < 0.01) and both anxiety measures, state (r = 0.46, p < 0.01) and
trait (r = 0.67, p < 0.01). Extraversion was significantly correlated with neuroticism (r = 0.42, p < 0.01)
and burden (r = 0.46, p < 0.01). Finally, depression was significantly correlated with state (r = 0.63,
p < 0.01) and trait anxiety (r = 0.66, p < 0.01). These results indicate the importance of considering the
caregiver personality in the theoretical and empirical models of the caring process. It is necessary to
adequately assess the caregiver personality, as those presenting high levels of neuroticism and low levels
of extraversion are more vulnerable to experience negative caring effects.
Palabras clave
Anxiety
Burden
Caregiving
Dementia
Depression
Personality
Burden
Caregiving
Dementia
Depression
Personality