The Unseen Toll of Caregiving: When Self Sacrifice Becomes a Deadly Habit Caregivers like Sue Ryan often unwittingly put their own health and well being at risk while caring for loved ones.
Their selflessness can be admirable, but it's time to acknowledge the dark side of caregiving – when sacrificing one's life becomes a pattern that can have disastrous consequences.
Research has highlighted the serious physical and mental health implications of caregiver stress, including anxiety, depression, sleep problems, mood disorders, and burnout.