The burden of love: Hong Kong carers are tired, stressed and need more support as families struggle to cope


Depression and stress from looking after her 87-year-old husband, who has dementia, keeps Hongkonger Pingping* awake at night.

The 71-year-old has tended to him alone, day and night, for almost 30 years since he was diagnosed and his condition has deteriorated over the years.

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SCMP , Hong Kong , Elderly People

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