An Updated Review On Burden On Caregivers Of Schizophrenia Patients
Key Messages
Schizophrenia, a serious mental illness (SMI) has an impact on both patients and their families.
The impact of caring for someone with schizophrenia has been studied, but not to a great extent. However, research suggests that the burden placed on caregivers is complex and multifaceted.
One area of great concern related to caregiver burden is that of social networks.
Stigma associated with mental illness may lead to isolation of caregivers.
This literature review focused on articles about caregiver burden in schizophrenia that were …