Background The theme of young family caregivers of older relatives is still partially
uncovered, although the phenomenon is increasing worldwide. This Systematic Literature …

For the first time, this article will provide a cross-national profile of adolescents who provide
unpaid care to their ill or disabled family members in six European countries with varied …

Young dementia carers need to be recognised and supported in their role. They need help
to understand the illness, what changes are expected and how it can affect their family …

It is estimated that 4–8% of youth in Europe carry out substantial care for a family member or
significant other. To prevent adverse psychosocial outcomes in young carers (YCs), primary …

Adolescent young carers have been described as a hidden group at risk of mental health
problems. However, research has not yet clarified the effect of caring when considering the …

This paper examines the health-related quality of life (HRQL) and mental health of
adolescent young carers (AYCs) aged 15–17 in Switzerland, based on data collected within …

The association between caregiver burden and the physical frailty of older adults has been
the object of previous studies. The contribution of patients' dispositional optimism on …

Objectives Despite young carers (YCs) providing regular and significant care that exceeds
what would normally be associated with an adult caregiver, we need to learn more about …

Young carers are children and adolescents who provide care to other family members or
friends, taking over responsibilities that are usually associated with adulthood. There is …

Young carers are the subject of public policies in the UK, which aim to address their needs
as a group experiencing disadvantage relating to their caring role. These policies are …