Quality of Life of Informal Caregivers of a person with mental illness during COVID-19 Pandemic

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Assessment identifies negative effects on quality of life in informal caregivers, suggesting urgent psychological support during pandemic.

Informal caregivers reported a mean quality of life score of 14.9, indicating significant distress related to caregiving during COVID-19.
64% of caregivers were female, with 82% expressing anxiety attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing mental health concerns.
Sociodemographic factors like marital and employment status were significantly linked to caregivers' quality of life, suggesting areas for targeted support.
Findings highlight the importance of healthcare support and psychoeducation to improve the well-being of caregivers during public health crises.

Gurung et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Assessment identifies negative effects on quality of life in informal caregivers, suggesting urgent psychological support during pandemic.