An article in Psychology Today offers “7 Things Everyone Should Know About Caregiving.”

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The article explores the process and stresses of caregiving as well as offers tips to caregivers. Seven key areas that are each briefly discussed are:

  • Expect a million little losses.

  • Don’t compare caregiver experiences, as none are the same.

  • “Caregiving is expensive.”

  • Caregiving is emotional labor.

  • Advocacy is critical.

  • Language is important.

  • Having secrets as a caregiver are not unusual.

Click here to read the article in full.

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