October 19, 2025SchizophreniaOpen Access

Primary and secondary caregiver burden of cognitive impairment associated with schizophrenia: a qualitative study based on caregiver interviews

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Significant caregiver burden was reported among primary and secondary caregivers caring for patients with cognitive impairment due to schizophrenia.
Thematic analysis identified caregiving difficulty and necessity as main themes relating to the extensive responsibilities assumed by caregivers.
Caregivers faced challenges with patient cognitive symptoms including memory and social communication, leading to a high objective burden.
Six out of eight SCoRS domains were correlated with caregiver themes, emphasizing important target areas for reducing caregiver burden.

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Qualitative analysis reveals caregiver burden from cognitive impairment in schizophrenia, suggesting vital areas for treatment.

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