Mental health impacts experienced by caregivers of people with Dravet syndrome: A systematic literature review

Key Points

• The aim is to assess the mental health impacts faced by caregivers of people with Dravet syndrome.
• Conducted a systematic literature review of existing studies on caregiver mental health.
• Analyzed the findings related to the burden experienced by caregivers.
• Identified gaps in current interventions and future research directions.
• Found significant mental health challenges among caregivers of individuals with Dravet syndrome.
• Highlighted a need for routine assessments of caregivers' mental health by physicians.
• Suggested that future research should focus on effective interventions to reduce caregiver burden.