“Being a carer, you just get forgotten!”: Exploring the experiences and opportunities of informal primary carers in Australia
Document Type
Journal Article
Publication Title
International Journal of Care and Caring
Publisher
Bristol University Press
School
School of Business and Law / Centre for Work + Wellbeing
RAS ID
55010
Abstract
Despite the reported positive impact of informal personal care on the cared for, carers themselves experience a range of adverse health outcomes. In addition, Australian care policies primarily target the cared for, while the needs of carers tend to be disregarded. This article draws on data collected from 36 interviews with carers who were offered an opportunity to engage in a pilot training programme focused on enhancing opportunities. Viewed through the lens of self-determination theory, the training served as a stimulus in supporting carers’ psychological needs, demonstrating that more targeted, nuanced and meaningful supports are required to maintain carers’ motivation and well-being.
DOI
10.1332/239788223X16789866214981
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Sharafizad, F., Franken, E., Jogulu, U., & Teo, S. (2023). “Being a carer, you just get forgotten!”: Exploring the experiences and opportunities of informal primary carers in Australia. International Journal of Care and Caring. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1332/239788223X16789866214981