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When a family member takes responsibility for an elderly spouse or parent, they also need to find support, to take care of themselves and to get enough sleep.

Knowing what one needs is the first step in getting help from others. Caregivers often turn down genuine offers of help because they don't know exactly what to ask for.

Caregivers can get many of their needs met by being aware of and practicing effective interpersonal communication skills.

Caregivers want family members to offer help instead of criticism about how they are caring for their loved one. Better communication can bring help for the caregiver.

An adult child who blindly steps into the role of caregiver for an elderly parent is in for a surprise. Care-giving takes compassion, management-level skills & endurance.

Family caregivers can manage stress by switching out of crisis mode. To do this, they must first be aware that they are in it.

The holidays present special problems for older seniors and elderly people with Alzheimer's disease. Caregivers may want to modify activities to keep a peaceful holiday.

Due to medical advances, people with disease live longer, and there are more family caregivers than ever juggling responsibilities of caregiving and work.

Disasters come in all forms - hurricanes, bioterrorism, ice storms, earthquakes, floods, pandemics and fires. Caregivers' jobs make planning for survival a complex task.

Caregivers of Alzheimer's patients need support and resources. Read on to learn about other caregiving activities for taking care of loved ones with Alzheimer's.

Until recently, kids age 6 months to 5 years were urged to get a flu shot. Now, the CDC recommends kids up to age 19 receive the flu shot every year.

Get free Winnie the Pooh Christmas coloring pages plus Tigger, Kanga, Baby Roo, Piglet, Rabbit & Eeyore. Find other Disney character kids coloring pages, too.

PTSD can be distressing for caregivers, who may find benefit in learning about the disorder, communicating positively, supporting treatment and looking after themselves.

Rotavirus is an intestinal illness that babies are highly susceptible to and can cause major complications. Recently doctors have begun vaccinating against Rotavirus.

Baby Einstein DVDs are a quick solution for parents who need a break, but they won't make a child any smarter.

For caregivers who are frustrated with their autistic children's learning programs at school, homeschooling is a possible option. What are some of its advantages?

Caregivers assist patient toward use of CPAP machine to help with snoring, sleep apnea, low oxygen levels, certain heart issues, nighttime choking, and daytime fatigue.

A caregiver may face depressing decisions during the holiday season. Forgoing certain family traditions adds to the stress of caring for an Alzheimer's patient at home.

When a caregiver operates on little sleep and seldom receives back up, burnout results. The burnout can cause a double problem because then two people need care.

"Helicopter parents" in school damage the relationship with teachers and hinder students. Tips to cope include detailed project sheets, talking to principal and more.

OCD often has a detrimental effect on caregivers, who will likely find benefit in learning about the illness, seeking support and communicating positively.

Many family caregivers experience holiday blues due to legitimate spiritual and emotional needs. If caregivers understand these needs, holiday blues can be managed.

Carolyn Rosenblatt's The Boomer's Guide to Aging Parents is a good resource providing a legal perspective on caregiving issues like driving, home care workers, more.

The relationship between control & demand determine how stressful a job is. To prevent burnout over time, caregivers need support to decrease burden & increase control.

The toddler years can be fun and rewarding, but also stressful, as safety considerations become the most important parenting concern.

Caregiving takes a physical and emotional toll on the caregiver. These five simple tips can help keep a positive focus and avoid the real issues that cause burnout.

Children and toddlers are eager to be part of the family and will respond enthusiastically to helping and sharing activities. Here are some tips on how to encourage them!

Daily care of an Alzheimer's patient is as much an art as it is a skill. Here are some concrete suggestions to help deal with the behaviors of the Alzheimer's patient.

As people age, they may need help by way of a caregiver, but what if that caregiver isn't so caring and taking advantage of the elderly person?

The home caregiver for an elderly person with Alzheimer's disease or a child with a severe disability may have to use a sensible Christmas list or birthday wish list.

Christmas depression can affect anyone. Overburdened caregivers are even more vulnerable, but they don't have to be victims of holiday blues if they take positive action.

When people ask family caregivers, "What can I do to help?" caregivers often don't know how to answer. Reluctant to assign work to others, they miss out on valuable help.

Carol, an expert in elder care, grief, and senior issues offers straight advice about processing grief and caring for yourself, the caregiver.

Recognising the link between oral language and reading, this article looks specifically at the role of parents in terms of their verbal input.

Potty training a child can be a difficult transition. After three years in diapers, many children are reluctant to halt play to go use a toilet. These tricks can help.

Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) is a mental health disorder common among children who were subject to severe neglect during critical stages of brain development.

If early-stage involuntary muscle tightness goes unnoticed by the TBI patient or caregivers, the long term condition and resulting pain can be controlled with medication.