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Caring for an aging, sick or mentally ill family member is an incredibly selfless and energy-consuming task, even in the best of circumstances. Approximately 53 million Americans (or one in five) are considered caregivers to a loved one or family member in need. November is a time we recognize caregivers\u2019 efforts and find ways to celebrate and support them in this difficult undertaking.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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When we use the term \u201ccaregiver,\u201d we may think of a son or daughter taking care of an elderly parent. In reality, there are many different types of caregiving scenarios. It may be a parent taking care of a mentally ill young or adult child. As parents age, children, many times, are placed into the position of caring for an elderly mother or father, which can become more difficult with the prevalence of diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer\u2019s. If a loved one such as a spouse, sibling or close friend is sick with a severe chronic or terminal illness such as cancer or ALS, they also require full-time care. Scheduling doctor\u2019s appointments, refilling prescriptions, offering a listening ear and helping in everyday functioning all fall under a caregiver\u2019s umbrella of responsibility.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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What many caregivers may not understand is that by giving themselves over to the act of helping a loved one, their own mental health can begin to decline. This manifests as feeling burned out and not having time for any self-care practices. It may look like feeling guilty for having someone else watch a beloved mother, sister or child while enjoying a much-needed vacation. It may even mean experiencing depression, anxiety and even post-traumatic stress disorder, all of which may increase when caring for someone with a mental illness<\/a>. If the caregiver is more economically vulnerable, having the resources to continue care can be of huge financial stress as well. The stresses all add up.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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It\u2019s incredibly important, then, that those who care for another for any amount of time take the necessary steps to engage in self-care. Some reminders to ensure you take care of yourself, too, include:<\/p>\n<\/div>

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