Caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease brings unusual pressures and an enormous amount of responsibility.
As time goes on, there is the need for ongoing vigilance and around-the-clock monitoring. It’s no wonder that caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s disease, suffer high levels of stress.
If your caregiving efforts are surpassing your ability to cope well and are causing you excessive stress, you may experience:
-Denial: maintaining a belief that your loved one’s illness is not serious or that it may not even exist.
-Anxiety: excessive worrying about the future.
-Depression: feeling hopeless or powerless about the situation.
-Irritability: “blowing up” over little things.
-Anger: feeling angry at inappropriate times.
The First Step: Recognize What You Can and Cannot Change. Accept the inevitable, live in the moment, and let go of unrealistic expectations. Identify sources of help and create a safe and calming environment.
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