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Caregiver Burnout
Being a full-time caregiver is notoriously stressful. In fact, many caregivers run the risk of making themselves sick or emotionally worn out. In this article from The New York Times, one reporter discusses eleven ways that caregivers can protect themselves from "caregiver burnout."
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