Grandma burnout? study links grandchild care to frailty and depression in seniors

NCT ID NCT07501260

First seen Apr 05, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study looks at how taking care of grandchildren impacts the health of people aged 60 and older. Researchers will measure frailty, depression, and self-neglect in 138 older adults visiting a geriatric clinic in Türkiye. The goal is to understand both the benefits and risks of grandchild care for healthy aging.

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Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Mersin University

    RECRUITING

    Mersin, Turkey, 33343, Turkey (Türkiye)

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