Importance of Dyadic Approach in Managing Pain for Community-Dwelling Older Adults and their Informal Caregivers
Abstract:Chronic pain impacts the quality of life of older adults and their informal caregivers physiologically, psychologically, and financially. Therefore, this paper examines the challenges of pain management among older adults and their informal caregivers. Moreover, the Dyadic Pain Management Program (DPMP), an alternative approach that empowers older adults and their caregivers to provide friendly care, has proven effective. The DPMP aligns with various dominant welfare ideologies in different regions around the … Show more
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