Family Carers During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Abstract

Ultimately, every individual will find themselves in a caregiving or care-receiving situation at some point in life. As a family caregiver, an individual's effort to support their loved one during difficult times leaves them in a laborious situation. A remarkable number of caregivers caring for a loved one suffering from an acute illness experience a sense of meaning, fulfillment, and profound emotional and psychological rewards. However, lifelong caregiving for a significant one diagnosed with a chronic illness or disability could be onerous. The current book chapter elucidates to the readers the lived experiences of family caregivers of children with neurodevelopmental disorders. The caregivers of children with neurodevelopmental disorders go through a life-long caregiving process. Thus, this book chapter will attempt to illustrate narratives of primary caregivers of children with neurodevelopmental disorders and the paradigm shift they experienced during COVID-19. This research is a determined effort to ensure that the stories of these unsung heroes reach a wider audience.