Future Outlook, Caregiving, and Care-Receiving in the Family Context

Future outlook was investigated as an aspect of family caregiving and care-receiving. In data from 90 caregiver/receiver pairs, restricted future outlook for both groups was found to be associated with situations of greater impairment, more extensive assistance, and greater stress. A mixed outcome emerged in regard to the congruence between views of caregivers and receivers about the health care situation. Results suggest the central role of family communication and the importance of maintaining a future orientation.