C2 Activity #1: What are my symptoms of caregiver stress? Partners on the Path Posted on July 14, 2020 by Partners on the PathJuly 14, 2020 Physical Change in appetite Change in weight Eating junk food Heavy drinking Smoking Drug abuse Stomach problems Hyperventilation Trembling Muscle tension Teeth grinding Nail biting Clumsiness Stooped posture Restlessness Chronic fatigue Insomnia Nightmares Headache Sexual difficulties Emotional Complaining Crying Guilt or shame Irritability Mistrust Anxiety or panic Mood swings Depression Apathy Inability to feel or express emotions Grief or loss Vulnerability Fear Frustration Anger Loneliness Mental Indecisiveness Difficulty concentrating Forgetfulness Preoccupation Wishing to return to life as it was before caregiving Diminished creativity Boredom Confusion Negativity Denial Social Isolation Uncomfortable being alone Sullenness Defensiveness Quarreling Tension in relationships Dominating conversations Withdrawing from conversations Lack of pleasure from experiences you usually enjoy Blaming others Nastiness Occupational - Caregiving Work Overwhelmed Unprepared for tasks Turned off by distasteful tasks Difficulty making decisions/plans Feel no one understands Carrying caregiving burdens alone Conflict with other caregivers Occupational - Employment, Volunteer, and/or Home-based Work Worry about work during “off” hours Coming to work late/leaving early Less energy for, or interest in work Being distracted; “there but not there” Lower than normal quality or productivity Normal tasks are overwhelming Absenteeism Tardiness Spiritual Doubt self-worth Seeing life as meaningless Hopelessness Loss of faith or ability to pray Withdrawal from faith community Cynicism Anger at God Doubts about God Asking, “Why me?” Time's up
