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Mental Health 101 for Primary Caregivers

At some point in time, we find ourselves taking care of our loved ones, whether that be a child, elderly parent, or an individual with an illness. Whether it happens suddenly and unexpectedly or gradually, we become primary caregivers. What is meant by primary caregivers? A primary caregiver is an individual responsible for providing financial and logistic care to their loved ones on a day-to-day basis most of the time. The primary caregiver could be a spouse, children, or any other family member. In India, we the family members provide care to our loved ones and it can be rewarding while caring for them but at the same time it also involves many stressors. And since caregiving is often a long-term challenge, the emotional impact can snowball over time and it impacts the caregiver’s wellbeing. Wondering how to know, if you have been impacted by caregiving? You would find it helpful if you can recognize the symptoms of distress in yourself, you can take immediate action to improve yo