El impacto de cuidar en el bienestar percibido por mujeres y varones de mediana edad: una perspectiva de género

Participants' narratives about the impact of caregiving on caregivers' perceived well-being revealed complex themes such as difficult relationships among caregivers and their families as well as conflicts with the person receiving care. The emotional impact was more intense in female than in male caregivers. The perceived impact and adaptive strategies utilized by caregivers were framed within the gender patterns and roles assigned by patriarchal societies.Gender and generation influence perceptions of the impact of caregiving on physical and psychological health, family dynamics, paid work, leisure activities, and social relationships among caregivers. The implications of these results for public policy and nursing practice and research are discussed.