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Are You in Denial?

Denying that you need help is a major reason for caregiver burnout. Many caregivers are convinced that they’ve got their situation handled. No matter how difficult things get, they can manage without any help. Every caregiver needs the help and support or they’ll start suffering from chronic stress, depression, poor health and other serious conditions. If you’re in denial, you can’t get the help you need and deserve.

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It’s important to think positively, but how do you know if you’re crossing the line into denial?

This article describes the difference between denial and positive thinking for family caregivers. Here are the 5 best signs that you might be in denial about your caregiving situation:

1. Caregiver is resentful.

2. Caregiver’s health is getting worse as a result of the stress.

3. People say to caregiver: “You know, you really could use some help.”

4. Caregiver is constantly saying:  “I have no one to help me.”

5.  Caregiver’s world and his older adult’s world have narrowed so much that they only have each other.

If you have been feeling or saying things that signal you’re getting burned out, it’s time to put together a plan to get the help you need.