<p>Network analysis is a graphical statistical technique that allows rapid visualization and interpretation of associations between multiple variables. There are still few theoretical studies on this method, especially in the areas of geriatrics and gerontology research, which cover the study of different social, clinical, or physical and mental health variables. The objectives of this study were to present the...
Abstract Objective: To identify if multimorbidity and burden are associated with a greater likelihood of frailty in elderly caregivers of other elderly persons within the family context. Method: 148 elderly caregivers caring for other elderly persons [M=69.7 (±7.0) years old] were recruited using a criterion of convenience in public and private health services in the city of Campinas and surrounding areas. Info...