What are the symptoms of caregiver burnout?

What are the symptoms of caregiver burnout?

The symptoms of caregiver burnout are similar to the symptoms of stress and depression. They include:

• Withdrawal from friends, family and other loved ones.
• Loss of interest in activities previously enjoyed.
• Feeling blue, irritable, hopeless and helpless.
• Changes in appetite, weight or both.
• Changes in sleep patterns.
• Getting sick more often.
• Feelings of wanting to hurt yourself or the person for whom you are caring.
• Emotional and physical exhaustion.
• Irritability.