Becoming a caregiver for a loved one with cancer can be very difficult. Oftentimes, a patient will need help multiple times a day. This may cause caregivers to neglect their own needs and have a negative impact on their physical and emotional well-being.
Mesothelioma caregivers who experience burnout may suffer from:
Anxiety or depression
Fatigue
Illness
Problems sleeping
Resentment
Social withdrawal
As a caregiver, it is important to create a support system for yourself and your loved one so that you can reclaim time for yourself.