Study finds people with dementia and caregivers face stigma, barriers to care

July 25, 2023

A study led by King’s College London has found that people with dementia and their caregivers are frequently met with misunderstanding and social stigma by local community health care services, which is creating a barrier for timely and adequate access to the support they need.

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Study finds people with dementia and caregivers face stigma, barriers to care

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