Table 4 Results of the adapted problem list of the Distress Thermometer used in family caregivers (N = 51)
Problem present: | N FC | % |
|---|---|---|
Practical problems: | ||
Living situation: | 6/45 | 13 |
Insurance: | 8/44 | 18 |
Transportation/mobility: | 5/43 | 12 |
Employment/school: | 9/40 | 23 |
Child care: | 3/39 | 8 |
Financial problems: | 5/43 | 12 |
Family and social problems: | ||
Relationship with partner | 5/41 | 12 |
Relationship with children | 6/40 | 15 |
Relationship with friends | 7/43 | 17 |
Emotional problems: | ||
Sorrows | 37/46 | 80 |
Anxiety | 30/43 | 70 |
Sadness | 39/47 | 83 |
Depression | 8/39 | 21 |
Nervousness | 20/43 | 47 |
Isolation | 12/40 | 30 |
Spiritual problems: | ||
Loss of trust | 2/36 | 6 |
Spiritual aspects concerning god | 4/38 | 11 |
Physical problems: | ||
Pain | 10/44 | 23 |
Exhaustion | 39/49 | 80 |
Sleeping problems | 31/45 | 69 |
Digestion problems | 8/43 | 19 |
Problems with eating/diet | 14/44 | 32 |
Cognitive problems/concentration | 25/47 | 53 |