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An Exploration of Perceptions of Possible Depression Prevention Services for Caregivers of Elderly or Chronically Ill Adults in Rural Georgia

Published in: Community Mental Health Journal | Issue 2/2012

Abstract

Caregiving for elderly or chronically ill adults can be stressful, contributing to a high rate of depression in caregivers. Rural caregivers are at particularly high risk due to reduced access to mental health care services. This study explored the acceptability among rural caregivers of introducing a program to prevent or alleviate depression. Focus groups with caregivers and community members were conducted in four rural counties of Georgia. Caregivers reported high levels of stress and depression and recommended the following interventions: support groups, respite care, a centralized source of information, training for caregivers and other community members, financial support, and a telephone hotline. There were more commonalities than differences across the locations, but some programmatic preferences and acceptability varied.

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Title: An Exploration of Perceptions of Possible Depression Prevention Services for Caregivers of Elderly or Chronically Ill Adults in Rural Georgia
Publication date: 01-04-2012
Published in: Community Mental Health Journal / Issue 2/2012
Print ISSN: 0010-3853
Electronic ISSN: 1573-2789
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10597-010-9361-x

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