Journal of palliative medicine
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study
Gender Differences in Caregiving at End of Life: Implications for Hospice Teams.
Researchers have identified important gender differences in the experience of caring for a family member or friend living with advanced disease; however, trends suggest that these differences may be diminishing over time in response to changing gender roles. In addition, while many studies have found caregiving experiences and outcomes to be poorer among female caregivers, noteworthy exceptions exist. ⋯ Despite changing social expectations, pronounced gender differences persist in caregiving at the end of life.