“Psychology Works” Fact Sheet: Caregiver Stress

“Psychology Works” Fact Sheets are designed to provide you with an overview of various issues for which Psychology makes a contribution.

This Fact Sheet is about Caregiver Stress. Carers, also called family caregivers or natural supporters, are those in the circle of care who provide unpaid support to a person in need. Many caregivers report that they neglect their own physical, mental and emotional needs. Caregivers often experience symptoms of stress. They may also experience depression; trouble concentrating; exhaustion; and feeling helpless, hopeless, and isolated.