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| - | Most research in this field focuses largely on the negative, but what are the positive effects of such a role. Until recently this alternate view of cargiving was not given much attention, however it is now seeing a rise in popularity as a better understanding of the caregiver experience is needed. Caring for an aging relative can bring many positive feelings into ones life, which can help compensate for the stress that can also be felt<ref> | + | Most research in this field focuses largely on the negative, but what are the positive effects of such a role. Until recently this alternate view of cargiving was not given much attention, however it is now seeing a rise in popularity as a better understanding of the caregiver experience is needed. Caring for an aging relative can bring many positive feelings into ones life, which can help compensate for the stress that can also be felt<ref>Breach, Jackson, Schulz & Yee 2000, p.259. </ref>. There is also new research showing cognitive effects on brain development. These findings on lasting positive neural effects are helping to shed new light on the role of caregiving. |
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Group #16
- 1. Chelsea Mercier
- 2. Kristin Prentice
- 3. Molly Ziraldo
Caring for An Aging Relative
Most research in this field focuses largely on the negative, but what are the positive effects of such a role. Until recently this alternate view of cargiving was not given much attention, however it is now seeing a rise in popularity as a better understanding of the caregiver experience is needed. Caring for an aging relative can bring many positive feelings into ones life, which can help compensate for the stress that can also be felt[1]. There is also new research showing cognitive effects on brain development. These findings on lasting positive neural effects are helping to shed new light on the role of caregiving.
The Relationship
Many adult children feel the need to give back to their parents; that caregiving is their duty. Actively choosing to take on the caregiver role is one of the most powerful detriments of positive outcomes.[2] In any regard, being able to provide and care for someone who has taken care of you is something most caregivers take comfort in and feel good about. Caregiving is often a time in which the caregiver leans more about them self; helping foster new insights to the self and others This has positive impacts on the caregiver’s other relationships in their social network. Because the individual is challenged in new ways, it allows them a chance to learn about them self, in ways that would not other wise be explored. This can also lead to and increased ability to handle and cope with stressors effectively in other domains of their life. Intimacy is also increased through caregiving. There is a level of intimacy and closeness that if often unattainable without taking on such a role. It comes from the a selfless devotion to another, This type of relationship can be very rewarding for a spouse and for adult children, allowing them to know their parents better than ever before.
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