NATIONAL OPINION RESEARCH CENTER

Research since the 1980s highlights caregiving's mental and physical health impacts, with many caregivers reporting no strain and positive experiences. However, a subset experiences high strain, leading to depression and health issues. Caregiving demands, especially in dementia care, exacerbate strain. Despite challenges, caregiving can offer psychological benefits and, for some, improved health and longevity.

The article profiles various professionals in health and statistics, including John R. Lumpkin, M.D., M.P.H., Mollyann Brodie, Ph.D., Kennon R. Copeland, Ph.D., Tara Das, Ph.D., M.P.H., M.L.I.S., Scott H. Holan, Ph.D., V. Joseph Hotz, Ph.D., Bradley Malin, Ph.D., Sally C. Morton, Ph.D., Lucila Ohno-Machado, M.D., M.B.A., Ph.D., Andy Peytchev, Ph.D., C. Matthew Snipp, Ph.D., Kelly Hoover Thompson, J.D., and David R. Williams, Ph.D., detailing their roles, achievements, and contributions to their respective fields.