Common Signs and Symptoms of Caregiver Stress:
• New or heightened levels of anxiety, depression, irritability
• Feeling tired and run down
• Insomnia or difficulty sleeping
• New or worsening health problems
• Trouble concentrating
• Feeling increasingly resentful
• Drinking, smoking or eating more
• Neglecting responsibilities
• Cutting back on leisure activities you enjoy
Common Signs and Symptoms of Caregiver Burnout:
• Having less energy
• Easily getting sick (i.e., cold and flu)
• Neglecting your own health and needs
• Other important relationships are struggling
• Everything revolves around your caregiving
• Having trouble relaxing
• Becoming increasingly impatient
• Feeling helpless and hopeless
• Not enjoying things you used to
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