GRANDPARENT CAREGIVING AND EPIGENETIC AGING AMONG MIDLIFE AND OLDER ADULTS IN THE UNITED STATES
GSA 2024 Abstract
Abstract
In recent decades, grandparents have taken more active caregiving roles, with over 10% of U.S. grandparents raising a grandchild for 6+ months. Role theory postulates grandparent caregivers face unique strain due to complex roles as second-time parents, and physical demandingness of caring for children.
