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: Received: 22 July 2023 / Approved: 24 July 2023 / Online: 24 July 2023 (13:34:18 CEST)
How to cite:
Pashazade, H.; Maarefvand, M.; Abdi, K.; Abolfathi Momtaz, Y. Explaining the Process of Caregiving by Sandwich Generation. Preprints2023, 2023071628. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202307.1628.v1
Pashazade, H.; Maarefvand, M.; Abdi, K.; Abolfathi Momtaz, Y. Explaining the Process of Caregiving by Sandwich Generation. Preprints 2023, 2023071628. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202307.1628.v1
Pashazade, H.; Maarefvand, M.; Abdi, K.; Abolfathi Momtaz, Y. Explaining the Process of Caregiving by Sandwich Generation. Preprints2023, 2023071628. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202307.1628.v1
APA Style
Pashazade, H., Maarefvand, M., Abdi, K., & Abolfathi Momtaz, Y. (2023). Explaining the Process of Caregiving by Sandwich Generation. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202307.1628.v1
Chicago/Turabian Style
Pashazade, H., Kianoush Abdi and Yadollah Abolfathi Momtaz. 2023 "Explaining the Process of Caregiving by Sandwich Generation" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202307.1628.v1
Abstract
The sandwich generation caregivers provide simultaneous care for multiple generations. Caregiving is a dynamic process, and each generation has its unique set of needs. Moreover, studies have indicated a growing population within this group. However, despite extensive research efforts, the caregiving practices employed by the sandwich generation remain inadequately explained. Therefore, the objective of this study was to shed light on the caregiving practices offered by the sandwich generation. The grounded theory approach was selected as the conceptual framework for investigating the research objective. Purposive and snowball sampling methods were utilized to recruit 18 participants from the sandwich generation. The data collected through interviews and observations were analyzed using the 2015 version of Corbin and Strauss methodology. The findings revealed that sandwich generation caregivers are influenced by prominent personality traits, issues related to the elderly, and dependencies and interdependencies within the caregiving process. Sandwich caregivers employ a range of strategies influenced by intervening and background factors. Throughout this process, caregivers encounter both positive and negative consequences. Consequently, policymakers and planners should prioritize the establishment and expansion of support systems for caregiving.
Keywords
Children; Family Caregiver; Older Adults; Sandwich Generation
Subject
Public Health and Healthcare, Health Policy and Services
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