Recognizing caregiver burnout
Many informal caregivers start caring for a parent out of commitment and love. But when the care lasts longer, the burden can gradually increase.
Overbelasting ontstaat vaak geleidelijk.
Signs of overload
Common signs are:
- vermoeidheid
- sleeping poorly
- irritability
- little time for yourself
- moeite met concentratie
Soms merken mantelzorgers pas laat dat de druk te groot wordt.
Emotional burden
Informal caregiving can also be emotionally draining.
Bijvoorbeeld wanneer:
- a parent declines
- er spanningen ontstaan
- feels the responsibility
Read also When informal care changes the relationship between parent and child.
What can help?
Om mantelzorg vol te houden kan het helpen om:
- to divide tasks
- to set boundaries
- to organize support
You can read more about this in Alternatives to informal care by children.
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