Abstract Background The longitudinal study,“Couples Lived Experiences,” focuses on
whether and how relationship characteristics of older couples change with the cognitive …

We present a hypothesis that dementia creates a unique dynamic for spousal partners by
diminishing their interdependence in health and quality of life. Below, we briefly review prior …

Objectives: There is a growing recognition of dementia as a condition that affects both
members of a couple individually while also influencing the relational bond between them …

Objectives: The number of couples facing a dementia diagnosis for one partner of the
spousal dyad increases. Spousal caregiving can be a highly stressful experience associated …

When dealing with the challenges of dementia, spousal relationships have a central role to
play in outcomes such as quality of care and emotional wellbeing. Dementia places strain …

Background: The care of community-dwelling people with dementia often occurs in the
context of pre-existing family relationships. The presence of dementia can result in changes …

Objectives Evidence suggests spouses influence each other's subjective views on aging.
Aligned with the Theory of Dyadic Illness Management, we investigated for the first time …

Objectives: Recent research has demonstrated the challenges to self-identity associated
with dementia, and the importance of maintaining involvement in decision-making while …

Aim The aim of this systematic review is to identify factors that influence relationship quality
in couples living with dementia. Previous research has shown how maintaining a positive …

There is now a significant body of research demonstrating the importance of supporting the
couple's relationship for people living with dementia. Maintaining a strong relationship has …