Meta-synthesis of qualitative research on the life experiences of young-onset dementia patients
10.3760/cma.j.cn115682-20240104-00076
- VernacularTitle:年轻型痴呆症患者生活体验质性研究的Meta整合
- Author:
Zihang FENG
1
;
Yanhui LIU
;
Yaning ZHU
;
Ying SUN
;
Jingying LIU
;
Xiaohong ZHANG
Author Information
1. 天津中医药大学护理学院，天津 301617
- Keywords:
Dementia;
Young-onset dementia;
Life experience;
Qualitative research;
Meta-synthesis
- From:
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing
2024;30(24):3264-3272
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objective:To systematically evaluate the life experiences of young-onset dementia (YOD) patients and provide a basis for healthcare professionals to develop effective support service strategies.Methods:Qualitative studies on the life experiences of YOD patients were retrieved from PubMed, Embase, Medline, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Scopus, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, VIP, WanFang data, and China Biology Medicine disc. The search timeframe was from the establishment of the databases to December 10, 2023. A Meta-synthesis approach was used to integrate the results.Results:A total of 17 articles were included, from which 69 findings were extracted, forming 11 categories and synthesizing into four integrated results: the heavy physical and psychological burden borne by YOD patients, impairment in multiple roles and social isolation, unique needs of YOD patients, and various coping strategies of YOD patients.Conclusions:Healthcare professionals should focus on the personal stories of YOD patients, pay attention to their physiological, psychological, and social challenges, and continuously improve supportive care services to alleviate their psychological burden, promote social connections, assist in resuming life, and enhance their quality of life.
