Looking after yourself HUB

Ways to cope

Dealing with the emotions that come along with being a carer can be difficult and confusing. Each person will go through different responses and it’s important to recognise that it’s ok to feel however you feel.

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Managing emotions

Making sense of the rapid changes in emotion that people with dementia can go through can help you to support them, as well as ensuring your own emotional wellbeing doesn't suffer.

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Physical and mental health

There is increasing acknowledgement of an intristic connection between the health of our bodies and our minds. By looking after your physical health you are caring for your mental health and vice versa.

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Resilience

Resilience is the way we cope with stress and adversity in our life. Our wellbeing benefits from being able to employ a range of strategies which help us to cope with challenges.

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Health promotion

The right health goals are not just focussed on the body but the mind too. A good diet, exercise, relaxation and emotional connection are all part of a healthy lifestyle.

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Feelings of guilt

Feelings of guilt are common among caregivers, even though they are performing exceptional acts of compassion under difficult circumstances.

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