Examine Fatigue Levels And Mental Health Among Dementia Patients' Caregivers In Saudi Arabia

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Eman M Gaber Hassan
Reda Omar
Sharell Lewis
Zahra Saeed Al Moslim
Jumanah Hassan Albinali

Abstract





Introduction: Since dementia has no treatment, its prevalence will strain healthcare systems. Dementia also impairs daily tasks, requiring long-term caregivers. Since dementia patients need 24-hour care, it can have a substantial impact on the caregivers' physical health and put a strain on their caregivers' mental health.


Aim: Evaluate the extent of fatigue and mental health indicators among dementia patients' caregivers in the eastern region.


Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted from June 2023 to April 2024 at private hospitals, geriatric homes, and private homes in the eastern region of Saudi Arabia to collect data from dementia caregivers. The Fatigue Assessment Scale (FAS) and General Health Questionnaire (GHQ 12) collected data from 205 convenient dementia caregivers.


Results:  50% of the participants reported fatigue, while 72% reported mild mental exhaustion. The participants had a moderate level of fatigue (M= 23.8, SD= 6.65). There is no statistically significant difference in the overall fatigue scores among relative caregivers and nurses (p=0.211); however, there is a difference between males and females (p=< .001). Specifically, the females experienced more fatigue. There is no significant difference in general mental health among the two caregiver groups (p=0.211) or between genders (p = 0.085).


Conclusion: The majority of the participants suffered from mild mental exhaustion, while half reported fatigue. Still, there is a difference between males and females, with females reporting more fatigue than males. Family caregivers for people with dementia encounter challenges and require comprehensive assistance to meet their demands.





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Eman M Gaber Hassan, Reda Omar, Sharell Lewis, Zahra Saeed Al Moslim, & Jumanah Hassan Albinali. (2024). Examine Fatigue Levels And Mental Health Among Dementia Patients’ Caregivers In Saudi Arabia. Educational Administration: Theory and Practice, 30(9), 611–618. https://doi.org/10.53555/kuey.v30i9.7799
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Eman M Gaber Hassan

PhD, RN, Assistant Professor, Department of Nursing, Mohammed Al-Mana College for Medical Sciences, Dammam, Saudi Arabia.

PhD, RN, Medical Surgical Nursing Department, Faculty of Nursing, Cairo University, Cairo City, Egypt.

Reda Omar

PhD, RN, Assistant Professor, Department of Nursing, Mohammed Al-Mana College for Medical Sciences, Dammam, Saudi Arabia.

 

Sharell Lewis

Lecturer, RN, Department of Nursing, Mohammed Al-Mana College for Medical Sciences, Dammam, Saudi Arabia.

Zahra Saeed Al Moslim

RN, Department of Nursing, Mohammed Al-Mana College for Medical Sciences, Dammam, Saudi Arabia.

Jumanah Hassan Albinali

RN, Department of Nursing, Mohammed Al-Mana College for Medical Sciences, Dammam, Saudi Arabia.

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