Perceived caregiver burden as Parkinson’s disease advances

There are many aspects of Parkinson’s disease (PD) that can intensify the caregiver burden (e.g., impaired movement, sleep disorders, pain, cognitive impairment, etc.).^1-4

Attentional deficits may have a negative impact on the ability of people with PD to perform basic everyday tasks, including physical and social activities.¹ Consequently, caregivers may take on these responsibilities, further increasing the burden of care and reducing quality of life (which may already be considerably affected).¹

The increasing burden of advancing PD reinforces the importance of patient- as well as caregiver-centred treatments, such as support groups and palliative care, that can help alleviate some of this caregiver burden.³