AGING AND DISABILITY SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
Help for Caregivers - Signs of Stress
Physical
- Muscle tension
- Stiff neck or back pain
- Cold/sweaty hands
- Tired all the time
- Tension headaches
- Indigestion or diarrhea
- High blood pressure -chest pain
- Ulcers
- Rapid heart rate
- Grinding of teeth
Emotional/Mental
- Feelings of hopelessness, depression, guilt, anxiety, apathy, or fear
- Impatience
- Nervousness
- Mood swings
- Short-tempered
- Panic
Behavioral
- Changes in eating or sleeping patterns
- Forgetfulness
- Having a hard time making a decision
- Withdrawing from former activities or spending less time with friends
- Problems with relationships (marriage, friends, children)
- Inability to rest or relax
