Cross-National Analysis of the Associations Between Familism and Self-Efficacy in Family Caregivers of People With Dementia: Effects on Burden and Depression.
| Publication Type | Academic Article |
| Authors | Losada-Baltar A, Falzarano F, Hancock D, Márquez-González M, Pillemer K, Huertas-Domingo C, Jiménez-Gonzalo L, Fernandes-Pires J, Czaja S |
| Journal | J Aging Health |
| Volume | 36 |
| Issue | 7-8 |
| Pagination | 403-413 |
| Date Published | 08/10/2023 |
| ISSN | 1552-6887 |
| Keywords | Self Efficacy, Caregivers, Dementia, Depression |
| Abstract | Objectives: To examine the cross-national associations between familism and self-efficacy dimensions, and levels of burden and depression. Methods: Sociodemographic, familism, self-efficacy, depressive symptoms, and burden variables were measured in 349 dementia family caregivers from the US and Spain. Results: US sample: greater support from family was positively related to self-efficacy for obtaining respite and self-efficacy for controlling upsetting thoughts and behaviors. Both self-efficacy constructs were negatively related to depression. Similar findings were obtained for burden. Spanish sample: higher scores on family as referents were associated with lower scores on self-efficacy for obtaining respite; lower scores on self-efficacy for obtaining respite were associated with higher depressive symptomatology. Discussion: Study findings suggest that a significant interplay exists between the various facets of familism and self-efficacy, leading to differential caregiving outcomes. Unique cultural contexts and values derived from each country may exert distinct influences on how the caregiving role is perceived and appraised. |
| DOI | 10.1177/08982643231193579 |
| PubMed ID | 37585806 |
| PubMed Central ID | PMC10858290 |