"The doctor explained that this was a ‘generational thing’ as my Mum had expectations based on her values and beliefs that are unlikely to be felt by future generations. He explained that I was unfortunately caught in that cross-over generation from Post War to Gen X and expected to do it all."

Lesley Aitkenhead wrote a piece called 'It's A Generational Thing" about her experience as a carer plus experiences she has heard from other carers. 

You can download a copy here.