A situation to reason through: A devoted caregiver who has stopped seeing friends, cries easily, sleeps four hours a night, and insists she is fine.
What this topic covers
Role strain: the caregiver feels overwhelmed and cannot perform at their best, followed by stress and anxiety; very common. Causes: doing more for the recipient while ignoring own health; rising expenditure; sleep difficulties; distress and irritation. Signs: sleep problems, irritability, social withdrawal, appetite change,…
This is a short overview. The full lesson is taught interactively, one question at a time, with Nurse Mooka inside the course.
This guide helps you prepare and learn. It is not medical advice and does not replace a doctor, nurse, or emergency care. If someone is unwell or you are unsure, contact a health professional.