Table 2 Problems reported by caregivers that are related to their role of patient care
Problem | Number | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|---|
Being subject to physical assault by patient | 30 | 37.5 |
Being in debt due to illness related expenditures | 19 | 23.8 |
Problems with employment including premature retirement, termination and resigning | 17 | 21.3 |
Family problems with spouse (excluding patients) | 24 | 30.0 |
Family problems with children (excluding patients) | 27 | 33.8 |
Problems with other relations (excluding patients) | 23 | 28.8 |
Disputes with neighbours | 14 | 17.5 |
Having to give up significant interests including further studies and relationships | 9 | 11.3 |
Increase in substance use | 9 | 11.3 |
Self admission of needing professional help to overcome the mental stress | 35 | 43.8 |