Overview
The goal of this observational study is to investigate the correlation between self-compassion, depression, and quality of life among primary caregivers of persons with dementia.
The main questions it aims to answer are:
- What is the current status of self-compassion, depression, and quality of life among primary caregivers of persons with dementia?
- Are there differences in self-compassion, depression, and quality of life among primary caregivers of persons with dementia based on different background variables?
- What is the correlation between self-compassion, depression, and quality of life among primary caregivers of persons with dementia?
Participants will fill out the questionnaire to complete the study.
Description
The study design of this research is cross-sectional. The participants are primary caregivers of dementia patients diagnosed by specialists, aged 18 and above, who spend 8 hours or more daily (including overnight caregivers) providing care. Data is collected using instruments including the Self-Compassion Scale, the PHQ-9 Scale (Patient Health Questionnaire,PHQ-9）, and the Quality-of-Life Scale to investigate the relationship between self-compassion, depression, and quality of life among primary caregivers of dementia patients.
The study uses independent samples t-tests and one-way ANOVA( analysis of variance,ANOVA) to explore differences in self-compassion, depression, and quality of life among primary caregivers of dementia patients based on different background variables. Pearson correlation is used to analyze the relationships between these variables. Finally, linear regression is used to predict the performance of primary caregivers of dementia patients in self-compassion, depression, and quality of life.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- primary caregivers of dementia patients diagnosed by specialists
- aged 18 and above
- who spend 8 hours or more daily (including overnight caregivers) providing care
Exclusion Criteria:
- Those who do not agree to participate in the research
- Caregivers in a paid relationship with dementia patients, such as foreign domestic helpers and government-provided resident care attendant