This journal is for family and friends of people suffering from long term, chronic illnesses. Caregivers of such patients often experience their own illnesses a

Caregiving has emerged as a critical issue in the second half of the life cycle. With the growth of the older population, there have been dramatic increases in

Designated a Doody's Core Title! "[T]his text is a truly amazing microanalytic compendium of social support strategies in different family configurations, in di

The vast majority of care provided to adults and elders with chronic illness is given in the home, most often by family members. The caregiver's role is dauntin

"This volume represents a major step forward in the literature by placing its focus squarely on the caregiving context, its dimensions and how it shapes the pro