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Most common aspects of caregiver health that have deteriorated as a result of caregiving (n = 528)
| Symptom | Frequency (%) |
|---|---|
| Energy and sleep | 87 |
| Stress and/or panic attacks | 70 |
| Pain, aching | 60 |
| Depression | 52 |
| Headaches | 41 |
| Weight gain/loss | 38 |
Data from Evercare in collaboration with National Alliance for Caregiving. Evercare study of caregivers in decline: A close-up look at the health risks of caring for a loved one. Evercare, Minnetonka, MN and NAC, Bethesda, MD; 2006.
