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Some signs of stress:

Caregiving can be as difficult as it is rewarding. It is normal to feel angry, frustrated, or depressed from time to time. In addition, you may not get any thanks from the person you are caring for.

• Feeling sad or moody.
• Crying more often than you used to.
• Having low energy level.
• Feeling like you don't have any time to yourself.
• Having trouble sleeping, or not wanting to get out of bed in the morning.
• Having trouble eating, or eating too much.
• Seeing friends or relatives less often than you used to.
• Losing interest in your hobbies or the things you used to do with friends or family.
• Feeling angry at the person you are caring for or at other people or situations.

Links to other sites with information on this topic:

Managing Stress, a section on AARP's website, includes suggestions for taking care of yourself every day, organizing your time, and knowing when it's time to get help.

MEDLINEplus: Caregivers.

Caregiver Stress Test.