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Network effects in caregiver to care-recipient violence
 — a study of caregivers to those diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease
Author(s)John C Kilburn
Journal titleJournal of Elder Abuse & Neglect, vol 8, no 1, 1996
Pagespp 69-80
Sourcehttp://www.tandfonline.com
KeywordsElder abuse ; Aggression ; Dementia ; Family care ; Personal relationships ; Social contacts ; Social surveys ; United States of America.
AnnotationUsing data from Pillemer and Suitor's survey of caregivers to the elderly with Alzheimer's disease, this paper investigates the relationship between characteristics of caregivers' networks and caregivers' violent ideation towards the care-recipient. Controlling for previously investigated relationship characteristics, this work shows that those caregivers having network members with caregiving experience were less likely to have violent feelings toward their care-recipients. Networks, especially similar status networks, often bring support to caregivers, but they are also frequently accompanied by higher stress levels for the recipient.
Accession NumberCPA-970123007 A
ClassmarkQNT: EPB: EA: P6:SJ: DS: TOA: 3F: 7T

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