The psychological and psychosocial impacts of dysphagia on patients are well documented,
however, caregiver perspectives have received limited attention and findings have been …

The implication of dysphagia for people treated nonsurgically for head and neck cancer
(HNC) and its detrimental effects on functioning and quality of life has been well …

Purpose Literature to date describing the lived experience of dysphagia has predominantly
focussed on the clinical populations of stroke and head and neck cancer. The current study …

Factors including health policy reform and the aging population are increasing demand for
quality healthcare in the community. People with dysphagia are supported by speech …

Purpose: Dysphagia (swallowing difficulties) can greatly decrease quality of life for
individuals with dysphagia and can lead to caregiver burden and third-party disability …

Purpose The biopsychosocial ramifications of dysphagia are widespread. However, its
influence on informal caregivers and families is often overlooked. Ultimately, the health and …

Background: Pediatric dysphagia arises from various etiologies but often coincides with
complex health issues. Tasks associated with the management of pediatric dysphagia are …

CONTEXT: Head and neck cancer patients with dysphagia frequently require tube feeding.
Family members are often involved in caring for such patients but feel ill prepared to do so …

Objectives A diagnosis of head and neck cancer (HNC) is a profound event for patients and
family members who play a crucial role in their care. Eating and drinking difficulties affect …

Purpose: Third-party disability pertains to the consequences of a person's impairment which
impacts on the functioning and ability of their family members or significant others. With the …