This article states that differences do exist between types of caregivers that explain variability in quality of life, depressive symptoms and perseverance time. The findings may give direction for tailored interventions for caregivers of persons with dementia, which may improve social health and reduce health care costs. The factors considered were (i) caregivers’ age, relationship with persons with dementia, severity of dementia, and (ii) tendency towards stress and difficulty adapting to stress.
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