The later years have their own unique challenges. We face more illness, losses of friends, family, and faculties... retirement... and ultimately death.
Government cutbacks mean that more and more seniors and other family members are caring for a loved one in the home. This is a huge source of chronic stress which puts the caregiver at risk of burnout and depression.
Dr. Rainham has written Getting Older, Growing Stronger and The Stress of Care Giving to specifically address the unique stresses faced by those in their senior years or having to assist others.
In all cases, it is important that we look after ourselves in order to have the energy to assist others with needs.
STESS SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS TO BE WORRIED ABOUT
Stress causes many symptoms - about 70% of patients visiting the family doctor and anxious or depressed rather than physically ill. However, it’s a mistake to put all symptoms down to ’stress’ when there is something really wrong. Here are some tips on when to be concerned about serious illness. Chest pain is [...]