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Perceptions of Subjective Burden Among Latino Families Caring for a Loved One with Schizophrenia

Authors: Mercedes Hernandez, Concepción Barrio

Published in: Community Mental Health Journal | Issue 8/2015

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore perceptions of subjective burden among Latino family members providing care for a loved one with schizophrenia. Data were collected from outpatient community mental health centers and featured 64 Latino family members who were primarily Spanish speaking and of Mexican origin. We used qualitative methods to examine subjective burden based on an open section of the Family Burden Interview Schedule. Five salient themes emerged capturing family members’ subjective burden experience: (a) interpersonal family relationships, (b) emotional and physical health, (c) loss of role expectations, (d) religion and spirituality, and (e) stigma. Overall, findings illustrated that families perceived numerous challenges in their caregiving. Implications for research and practice among Latino family members are discussed.

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Title: Perceptions of Subjective Burden Among Latino Families Caring for a Loved One with Schizophrenia
Authors: Mercedes Hernandez
Concepción Barrio
Publication date: 01-11-2015
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Community Mental Health Journal / Issue 8/2015
Print ISSN: 0010-3853
Electronic ISSN: 1573-2789
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10597-015-9881-5

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