Burden among Primary caregivers and its association with severity of Disability in patients with Schizophrenia: A Cross-sectional study

The caregiver burden is significantly correlated with patient illness severity, disability, and treatment duration, particularly affecting older caregivers and those from specific socioeconomic backgrounds. The findings underscore the considerable challenges faced by caregivers in supporting individuals with schizophrenia and highlight the need for targeted interventions and support services to reduce caregiver burden and enhance patient outcomes.