Research Article
Exploring the Caregiver Role after Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery for Parkinson’s Disease: A Qualitative Analysis
Table 3
Themes and subthemes by group.
| Theme 1: identity | DBS allows carers to question and shift the caregiver role | Group A (12–18 months) | Am I more than just a caregiver? | Group B (years 5) | The carer identity has shifted | Theme 2: independence | Parkinson’s unite and DBS helps divide in time | Group A | The combined self | Group B | DBS brings balance in relationships through acceptance | Theme 3: personal needs | Seeing myself and my needs, DBS enhances visibility | Group A | I am still invisible, DBS has not helped enough | Group B | Acceptance means it is easier to live for me |
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