It’s a tragic irony that carers so often get sick when looking after disabled or ill loved ones. In my case it is my mental health which was impacted most. The pressure of caring, alongside trying to maintain a normal life, was overwhelming and pushed me further and further into depression. Paul started caring for his girlfriend, who would later become his wife, at 19 years old. Read his story: carersuk.org/help-and-advice/health/looking-after-your-health/stress-and-depression/hidden-issue-depression
Posted on: Fri, 05 Dec 2014 15:05:08 +0000