Caregiver Stress

Women with multiple children may have a preference for which of their offspring will act as their caregiver when they get older. A study finds that older women experience heightened levels of stress when cared for by a child who isn't their first choice.

Providing care for a senior can be very rewarding, but without a balanced care plan and regular respite, family caregivers risk developing serious mental and physical health problems of their own.

Caring for an aging loved one has a way of taking over your life. Learn how scheduling respite time in a dedicated location can help you reclaim your personal space and give you well-deserved peace of mind.

When you finally manage to take time to unwind, do you find it difficult to relax? If so, you’re not alone. Learn how to switch off “caregiver mode” so you can fully benefit from valuable respite time.

Cranky seniors, critical family members and financial strain can make it seem impossible for family caregivers to remain upbeat, but there are ways to maintain a positive outlook despite the challenges that come with caregiving.

Caregiver burnout can lead to feelings of anxiety and depression, but when it goes unrecognized and untreated, the results can be far worse.

Time management is never easy for family caregivers, but for those who are caring for more than one person, balancing it all can seem impossible. Use these tips to prioritize seniors’ needs, find respite care and avoid caregiver burnout.

Family caregivers often fixate on the many ways in which their situations could be improved. Common desires include more time, help, and money, but the real first step toward curing caregiver burnout is a change in attitude.

Starting a yoga practice can help maintain the natural connections between your brain, body and breath. Begin your personal journey to achieving physical and mental balance.

Managing stress while caregiving is a hard thing to do and most family caregivers are afraid to ask for help. Here's a caregiving expert's take on what new caregivers should know when you feel the stress of being a caregiver.

Effective caregiving is like a business. Taking the emotion out of the situation, being proactive, and have a solid plan of action can help you succeed and preserve your sanity.

Caregivers are nurturing people who often put others’ needs before their own. So, where do you draw the line and say, “I can do this much and nothing more”?

Use this guide to recognize and prevent Alzheimer’s caregiver burnout, learn about alternative dementia care options, and minimize caregiver stress levels.

Are you struggling with caregiver stress and finding it difficult to practice self-care? Use these six steps to replace unhealthy coping mechanisms with beneficial habits that relieve stress and anxiety.

For the sandwich generation, the holiday season can be more stressful than joyful, especially when everyone is looking to you for goodies, gifts, entertainment and care. Use these pointers to balance caregiving, family and holiday traditions.

Are you letting stress or worry keep you up at night? Bringing your stress problems into the bedroom can have disastrous results if you're not getting the sleep you need. These tips will help you chase the stress away, and enjoy a restful night of slumber.

A survey of family caregivers shows that the costs of caring for aging parents has a significant financial impact that could derail everyday budgeting and retirement planning for adult children.

Reiki is a holistic therapy that can complement any conventional medical treatments a senior is already receiving. Using touch, Reiki practitioners transfer restorative energy to their patients to aid in physical and mental healing.

When a senior develops dementia, behavioral changes like verbal outbursts and aggression often come as a shock to family members. Explore tips and advice for coping with excessive cursing.

It’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but holiday depression in the elderly (and family caregivers) is common for many reasons. Learn how to prevent and minimize the effects of yuletide blues.