[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What is caregiver burnout? It is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion.
Caregiver burnout can occur when you have been caregiving for long periods of time. It’s important to remember that you are not alone and many caregivers experience this. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][vc_single_image image=”5604″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_custom_heading text=”Risk Factors” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Risk factors of caregiver burnout:
- Female
- Living with the person you are caring for
- Social isolation
- Depression
- Financial difficulties
- Higher number of hours spent caregiving
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- Feeling overwhelmed and constantly worried
- Feeling tired constantly
- Sleeping too much or not enough
- Gaining or losing weight
- Easily becoming irritated or angry
- Lacking interest in activities you used to enjoy
- Feeling sad
- Frequent headaches, body aches, or other physical problems
- Abusing alcohol or drugs, including prescription medications
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- Accept Help
- Set Realistic Goals
- Focus on What You Can Provide
- Set Personal Goals
- See Your Doctor Regularly
- Get Connected
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- American Stroke Foundation
- Turning Point (Kansas Health System)
- Caring.com (www.caring.com)
- Home chef (homechef.com)
- Meals on Wheels
- EZ Ride
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- Create areas of separation
- Share moments of mutual enjoyment and meaning
- Maintain your lifetimes
- Stay connected with your friends and family
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