Transitioning into informal care and occupational self-efficacy
Kunz, C. · Zeitschrift für Gerontologie und Geriatrie · 2025 · Heft 8 · S. 1 bis 6
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Zusammenfassung
Due to demographic ageing, the number of care receivers has been rising, while the number of caregivers is decreasing in many countries. Informal caregiving often begins while still in active employment often leading to role conflicts. The dual burden can negatively affect job performance and lead to changes in occupational self-efficacy. Despite being of high relevance for individuals, organizations and society, there is a research gap concerning occupational self-efficacy, which may serve as a mechanism for reduced working hours or exit from the labor market after taking on care responsibilities. Thus, this ar…