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By Sharon O'Brien, About.com Guide to Senior Living since 2004

Why Being a Caregiver is Hard on Your Health

Monday August 27, 2007
While providing care for a loved one can be a rewarding experience, it can also take a toll on your health. What aspects of being a caregiver are especially stressful? What do caregivers say they need most? And how can caregivers recognize caregiver stress before it causes damage? Find out here.
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October 3, 2006 at 4:29 pm
(1) Corie Isbell says:

Dear Sharon,
I have been reading your articles. This one on Caregivers I have found to be very helpful and very true. I am going to pass it to my brothers and sisters.

Keep up the good work.

Best Regards,
Corie Isbell

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