In the Social Exchange Model, how is interacting with elders often perceived by caregivers?

In the Social Exchange Model, interactions are often evaluated based on the perceived costs and rewards involved. When caregivers interact with elders, they may consider factors such as emotional strain, physical demands, and financial burdens. Those factors can lead caregivers to feel that the interaction is costly in terms of time, energy, and resources. This perception can skew the interaction towards being seen as rarely rewarding, particularly if caregivers feel underappreciated or overwhelmed by the responsibilities they face.

Understanding this perspective helps to highlight the challenges involved in caregiving relationships, where sustained interaction may not yield the expected emotional or relational benefits, making the experience feel more like a burden than a rewarding exchange.