A Literature Review of Multiple Caregiving by Family Caregivers

Taki Yuzu, Iwata Noboru, Horiguchi Kazuko, Suzuki Yukie

doi:10.60272/jjahc.25.2_53

Objective: This study aimed to review research on individuals with multiple caregiving roles and caregivers providing double care to family members.Methods: We searched PubMed, CINAHL, MEDLINE, and Ichushi Ver. 5 for Japanese and English articles using various relevant keywords regarding “multiple caregiving” and similar conditions published up to December 2020. Articles found in this search were classified according to care target, and their contents were scrutinized in detail.Results: The articles on caregiving for multiple family members were divided into “multiple caregiving,” which implies care for multiple elderly persons, and “double care,” which implies an individual caring for both their children and parents. There were no scientific articles in Japan, and the English literature has pointed out the physical and psychological burden of conflict between caregiving and other daily activities. However, details of the content of caregivers and caregiving roles were not addressed.Conclusion: Although the burden of multiple caregiving roles seems to be more critical than that of a single caregiving role, the actual situation has not yet been completely ascertained. Further empirical research is required to clarify the problems related to multiple types of caregiving and to establish a support system and strategy.

A Literature Review of Multiple Caregiving by Family Caregivers

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