How Can I Take a Break? Coping Strategies and Support Needs of Mental Health Carers

被引:23
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作者
Broady, Timothy R. [1 ]
Stone, Katherine [1 ]
机构
[1] Carers NSW, POB 20156 World Sq, Sydney, NSW, Australia
关键词
carers; informal care; mental health; wellbeing; support;
D O I
10.1080/15332985.2014.955941
中图分类号
C916 [社会工作、社会管理、社会规划];
学科分类号
1204 ;
摘要
Caring for a family member or friend can have major impacts on the personal life and wellbeing of carers. Identifying those who experience poor subjective wellbeing, factors that contribute to this, and ways in which services can be more effectively provided is essential in supporting carers in their role. This study surveyed carers from across New South Wales and found that carers of people with mental health issues reported poorer health and mental health themselves than any other group of carers, despite being more likely to access supportive services. The effectiveness of personal coping strategies employed by mental health carers is also discussed. Survey results raise implications regarding the support of mental health carers and their subjective wellbeing.
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页码:318 / 335
页数:18
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