By Eugene Beresin — 2020
Those who help care for children need to know details about their challenges.
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Nicholas Pinter’s autism and bipolar disorder pose challenges for his parents. His father, Mike, right, learned mindfulness methods to help reduce his stress.
Taking care of a loved one with an illness or disability can stir up some complicated emotions.
Becoming a cancer caregiver will change your life in many ways, and your loss could be profound. Learning how to cope with the grieving process will help.
Information and conversation are key to facing the challenges of care
Recognize the signs and get the help you need to reduce the toll on your body and mind
Try your best to remain open to all possible solutions and communicate honestly with the people in your life.
Compartmentalize your life to be fully present in the moment
Light exercise, breathing techniques, even smiling can improve overall wellness
It’s the rare person who doesn’t need help coping with the stress, fatigue, and frustrations that chronic fatigue syndrome can bring. As a caregiver, you’ll need to learn all you can about chronic fatigue support.
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How to keep it in check by tolerating ambivalence, maintaining balance and staying realistic.