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You Scored 25-30 on our
online Stress Self-Assessment Questionnaire
Your
stress level is presently at a maximum intensity.
If you are
experiencing some of these signs of stress on a regular
basis, consult your doctor. Ignoring them can cause your
physical and mental health to decline.
Warning
Signs of Maximum Caregiver Stress:
• Denial
• Anger
• Social withdrawal
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Exhaustion
• Sleeplessness
• Irritability
• Lack of concentration
• Health problems
Be a
healthy caregiver and learn your limits. Do not ignore
the signs of excessive stress.
- Do
legal and financial planning. Consult an attorney to
discuss legal, financial and care issues. If
possible and appropriate, involve the person with
dementia and other family members.
- Be
realistic. Many of the behaviors that occur are
beyond your control and the control of the person
with dementia. Grieve your losses, but also focus on
the positive moments.
- Give
yourself credit, not guilt. You are doing the best
you can. Don't feel guilty because you can't do
more. Your loved one needs you, and you are there –
that should make you feel proud.
- There
may come a time when placement outside of the home
is the best option for you and for the one you are
caring for. Lean on the advice of professionals to
help you with this difficult but necessary decision.
The
Dementia Whisperers offer many readily accessible
options and solutions to the common challenges you may
be facing on a daily basis.
Please
fill out the information below so that we may send you
your FREE personalized stress management and resource
plan. We will contact you through your email within
seven days of receiving the following information.
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