Table 4.

T-test and ANOVA values concerning Cope Index subscale measuring care burden.

	Statistical test	Statistic value
Gender
Overall Cope Index subscale for care burden	T-test	t = −1.78, df = 376, p = 0.076
1. Do you find caregiving too demanding?	T-test	t = −0.7238, df = 383, p = 0.470
2. Does caregiving cause difficulties in your relationship with your friends?	T-test	t = −1.2232, df = 383, p = 0.222
3. Does caregiving have a negative effect on your physical health?	T-test	t = −2.3478, df = 384, p = 0.019*
4. Does caregiving cause difficulties in your relationship with your family?	T-test	t = −1.6848, df = 385, p = 0.093
5. Does caregiving cause you financial difficulties?	T-test	t = 0.0591, df = 383, p = 0.953
6. Do you feel trapped in your role as caregiver?	T-test	t = −0.6655, df = 384, p = 0.506
7. Does caregiving have a negative effect on your emotional well-being?	T-test	t = −2.5350, df = 384, p = 0.012*
Age
Cope Index subscale for care burden	ANOVA	F = 1.56, df1 = 4, df2 = 123, p = 0.188