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Self-Care for the Care-Giver

Self-Care for the Care-Giver. Counseling and Psychological Services University Center, Ste 109 381-2574 counseling@utpa.edu http://www.utpa.edu/counseling. Why is Self-Care Important?. Joys and Hazards of Work Prevent Burn-Out Disillusionment, Disinterest, Fatigue

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Self-Care for the Care-Giver

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  1. Self-Care for the Care-Giver Counseling and Psychological Services University Center, Ste 109 381-2574 counseling@utpa.edu http://www.utpa.edu/counseling

  2. Why is Self-Care Important? • Joys and Hazards of Work • Prevent Burn-Out • Disillusionment, Disinterest, Fatigue • Can effect relationships, health, feelings of self-worth, your academic and professional performance • Maintain Professional/Academic and Personal Self with Self-Care

  3. Adopt Your Mantra • Cheerleading statements to help you during the tough times • I don’t complain, I train. • Just a bit further. • I can do this. • This is going to pass. • Breathe. • I can take care of this. • I’m never given more than I can handle.

  4. Body’s Reaction to Stress • Fight or Flight Response • Adrenaline, heart rate, breathing ↑ • Higher cognitive functioning ↓

  5. Deep Breathing Revisited • 3 sec to inhale, pause, 3 sec to exhale • Fill your stomach like a balloon • Slightly smile, relax your face • Imagine the anxiety wash over you like the waves of the ocean on the beach

  6. Meditation while… ► Walking► Cleaning► Eating

  7. Live a Balanced Life

  8. Live a Balanced Life • Family pressures • or, How to be assertive with your time and keep the love of your family at the same time

  9. Relax • Gardening • Reading for pleasure • Journaling • Arts and crafts • Exercise • Relaxation exercises • Progressive muscle • Guided imagery

  10. Sometimes simply relaxing is not enough… • Depression • Anxiety Disorders • Substance Abuse • Learning Disorders • Eating Disorders • Relational Problems • Family Conflicts • Loss/Bereavement • Other Mental Health Issues

  11. Counseling and Psychological ServicesUniversity Center, Ste 109381-2574 counseling@utpa.eduhttp://www.utpa.edu/counseling • Individual Counseling • Nursing Support Group • Weekly beginning Tuesday, August 25 from Noon to 1:00 PM call, e-mail, or walk-in for an individual appointment or to inquire about the support group

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