Season 4 · Episode 31
For Care Partners: Managing Your Own Mental Health and Well-Being
July 26, 202243m 35s
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Show Notes
In this episode, social worker Jessica Shurer, discusses:
- What self-care for care partners actually means
- The complexities of mental health for Parkinson's care partners including anticipatory grief and high levels of unpredictability
- The shift in identity when becoming a care partner
- The influence of negative self talk
- Understanding the signs of depression, anxiety, and caregiver burden
- The importance of self awareness to understand when you're experiencing mental health difficulties and what you need to improve them
- Finding ways to manage your stress
- The importance of connecting with others
- Seeking professional help
- Empathy versus sympathy
- The importance of self advocacy in improving your mental health
and more! We hope you enjoy!
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