It’s a gradual process

December 02, 2016 | 17m 00s

A patient emotionally describes his life as a caregiver for various family members. He also describes the stress stemmed from lacking good communication and support from healthcare professionals.

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STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES

AGE:60 - 69

GENDER:Male

EDUCATION:College graduate

RACE/ETHNICITY:White

LOCATION (ZIP Code 1st digit):1xxxx

PERSPECTIVE:Caregiver

STORY TYPE

BODY PART(S):Bones, Joints and Muscles; Brain and Nerves; Digestive System; Eyes and Vision; Immune System; Kidneys and Urinary System; Mouth and Teeth; Mental Health

DISORDER OR CONDITION TYPE:Brain and Nerves; Genetics/Birth Defects; Mental Health; Poisoning or poisons in the environment; Having multiple health conditions at the same time

TOPIC:Experiencing symptoms; Finding out a diagnosis; Being treated; Getting tests or advice for how to be healthier; Communicating with doctors and nurses; Supporting family members who are sick; Making decisions about the right health care or treatment for you; Describing how easy or hard it has been for you to get the health care you need

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