A fourth source of evidence that Blacks have more caregiver burden comes from the reports of subjective strain. I computed an average level of strain, using the three ratings. Black caregivers reported the highest level of strain. In summary, the evidence from a nationwide study shows an interesting pattern of differences in ethnic groups in family caregiving. In particular, the evidence from this data set shows that Black caregivers experience more burden.
Black caregivers report doing more self-care tasks, or ADLs, for their family member.
They also report do more indirect care tasks, or IADLs. In addition, Black and Hispanic caregivers report spending more time in caregiving tasks. Finally, Black caregivers report greater subjective feelings of strain from their caregiving.