Health Characteristics of Solo Grandparent Caregivers and Single Parents: A Comparative Profile Using the Behavior Risk Factor Surveillance Survey.

摘要: Objectives. To describe the health characteristics of solo grandparents raising grandchildren compared with single parents. Methods. Using 2012 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, respondents identified as a grandparent grandchild were categorized grandparent; responses Descriptive analysis 925 7,786 Results. Compared to parents, have higher prevalence physical problems (e.g., arthritis). Both parent groups high lifetime depression. A larger share actively smoke and did no recreational exercise in last month. However, appear better access services comparison Conclusion. Solo may be at risk for diminished capacity heightened Health professionals can an important resource increase grandparents' emotional capacities.