Theme | Subtheme |
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1. Challenges in protecting loved ones from the virus | 1.1. Confusing and rapidly changing advice |
 | 1.2. Outsiders flouting the rules |
 | 1.3. Difficulties encouraging loved ones to follow the rules |
2. Changes to and loss of routine | 2.1. Loss of routine afforded via education |
 | 2.2. Increased caring responsibilities due to lack of support |
 | 2.3. Loss of self-care routines and practices |
3. Reduced access to pre-pandemic informal and formal support structures | 3.1. Limited in-person contact with the wider family |
 | 3.2. Limited contact with friends for emotional support |
 | 3.3. Limited wellbeing support via educational pathways |
 | 3.4. Limited health and social care services to support young carers |
 | 3.5. Local authority and non-statutory bodies ‘filling the gap’ |
4. Better understanding of inner resilience and goals | Â |