Unseen support: The needs of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias' secondary family caregivers and a way forward

Key Points

• The needs of secondary caregivers significantly influence the quality of care for Alzheimer’s patients and their families.
• Support resources were found to be inadequate, impacting caregivers’ mental and emotional health markedly.
• Observational analysis reveals that understanding family dynamics is crucial in developing effective support systems for caregivers.
• This highlights the urgent need for tailored interventions to support caregivers in the Alzheimer's disease community.