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Psychological Distress among family caregivers of persons with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias in Uganda

20244 citationsOpen accessMakerere University

Abstract

Our findings revealed a heavy burden of psychological distress and depression among Ugandan caregivers of patients with ADRD, highlighting the need for structured support systems, including mental health services and gender-responsive interventions, in low-resource settings.

Research topics

  • Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research
  • Family Caregiving in Mental Illness
  • Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving

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DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-3918857/v1

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