A recent survey reveals that nearly 60% of Japanese families taking care of disabled members are reaching their breaking points. The study highlights the significant emotional and physical burden these families bear on a daily basis. It also underscores the urgent need for improved social support and community resources to aid these family caregivers. The results call for attention and action from various socio-political establishments in Japan.

Caring for disabled family members is often heavily reliant on familial support in Japan due to cultural norms and expectations. Owing to societal pressures, stigma, and a lack of adequate resources, many families face tremendous strain. The issue of caregiver burnout has been gaining more attention, leading to calls for better support structures, resources, and policies to take some of the burden off these families.

In the US and the EU, there's a stronger focus on state-provided care and support for the disabled. This often relieves family members of some of the responsibilities and mitigates the risk of caregiver burnout. However, availability of support varies widely and is still not ideal, with families often carrying a significant portion of the load.