Thursday, April 16, 2009
Recognizing Caregiver Burnout
Caregiver burnout is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion that may be accompanied by a change in attitude -- from positive and caring to negative and unconcerned. Burnout can occur when caregivers don't get the help they need, or if they try to do more than they are able -- either physically or financially. Caregivers who are "burned out" may experience fatigue, stress, anxiety, and depression. Many caregivers also feel guilty if they spend time on themselves rather than on their ill or elderly loved ones. Recognizing Caregiver Burnout
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The dirty little secret of senior caregiving and the burdens it imposes on family caregivers are often not only not spoken of, they’re more often not even realized. Thats why its great to come across your valuable post, thank you!
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting, and leaving a comment! The reality you speak of is one reason we have developed LIFT, provide this blog, and host a LIFT Caregiver Conference each year.
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