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Intensive caring risks mental decline, UK study finds

Published Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · Updated May 13

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A study by University College London researchers in the UK has found that providing intensive care for 50 hours or more per week can lead to accelerated cognitive decline in middle-aged and older individuals. The research highlights the significant impact on carers' mental health.

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  • Providing care for 50 hours or more a week leads to accelerated cognitive decline in middle-aged and older people, according to research from University College London.

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  • The GuardianLeft-leaning

    The Guardian emphasizes the societal implications of the research, framing it as a critical issue requiring greater government, local council, and NHS support for unpaid carers, whose wellbeing is often overlooked despite their crucial role.

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