The Relationship Between Caregiver Burden, Resilience Level and Sleep Quality in Individuals Providing Care for Bedridden Patients

This observational study aims to examine the relationship between caregiver burden, psychological resilience, and sleep quality in individuals providing care for bedridden patients, particularly in the context of palliative care. In many cases, the care of bedridden patients in hospitals and at home is undertaken by family members. The caregiving process can be physically, emotionally, and financially demanding. Caregivers often face challenges such as irregular eating habits, chronic fatigue, body pain, difficulty concentrating, restlessness, insomnia, and even increased use of alcohol or medication. These burdens can also negatively impact their social relationships, work performance, and financial stability.

As caregiver burden increases, caregivers are more likely to experience sleep disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, and burnout. These issues not only affect the caregiver's quality of life but also reduce the quality of care provided to the patient. It is therefore crucial to assess the psychosocial needs of caregivers and to understand the factors that influence their ability to cope with caregiving demands.

Psychological resilience-defined as the ability to adapt to stress and recover from adversity-is believed to play a key role in coping with caregiver stress, though its relationship with caregiver burden remains unclear. This study will evaluate caregiver burden, sleep quality, and psychological resilience using validated questionnaires. Participants will be caregivers of patients currently hospitalized in our palliative care unit. After obtaining ethical approval, individuals who consent to participate will complete the questionnaires. The results will help inform future support strategies aimed at improving caregiver well-being and patient care quality.