e as men in caregiving activities (Singleton, 2000). In the past, almost the entire function of the woman in the home was given over to caring either for children or parents. That was her job. Currently, however, women caring for family have more role demands upon them. Not only are they caring for their parents, but they are also often attempting to raise a family, work full-time, and involved in their communities (Singleton, 2000). Additionally, due to longer life expectancies, lower birth rates, and women waiting longer to start families, there is an increased likelihood that childcare and senior care will occur concurrently and that daily stress will increase (Singlet
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