Family as Caregiver: Understanding Dementia and Family Relationship

This literature review aimed to highlight the effect of lack of adequate training for family caregivers of people with dementia. This literature will show an overall theme that family caregivers are not duly trained/informed on the effect and changes caused by dementia. While caring for person with dementia, participants stated that they experienced decrease in social life and sleep. Lack of adequate information/ resources decreased the option of deciding to place person with dementia in a facility or even hiring a qualified private caregiver for proper care. Proper training process and adequate information on dementia and its progression could further assist family caregivers in preparing for the effect of dementia and better adapt to the position of a caregiver. Family caregivers need to be recognized as partners in care and caring for the dementia could have adverse effect on their health.