Title
Religious self-care strategies of caregivers supporting individuals with neurodegenerative diseases
Degree Type
Creative Component
Semester of Graduation
Spring 2020
Department
Kinesiology
First Major Professor
Dr. Elizabeth Stegemoller
Degree(s)
Master of Science (MS)
Major(s)
Gerontology
Abstract
Complex neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease are highly prevalent in the United States. In effect, the number of spousal caregivers is climbing along with the multifaceted negative health consequences these support persons face while providing care. The literature reviewed examines the impact dimensions of religiosity (organizational, non-organizational, and intrinsic) have on caregiver wellbeing.
The purpose of this creative component was to communicate activities associated with caregiving and share the stories of three caregivers’ quest in coping with negative health effects by means of religious endeavors. The three stories are communicated through a short video documentary to spread awareness to the general public and future caregivers. The interviews uncover the tasks, progression of care, lived stories, and religious perspective of three spousal caregivers.
Copyright Owner
Woods, Gabrielle
Copyright Year
2020
File Format
Recommended Citation
Woods, Gabrielle, "Religious self-care strategies of caregivers supporting individuals with neurodegenerative diseases" (2020). Creative Components. 564.
https://lib.dr.iastate.edu/creativecomponents/564
