How Simple Self-Care Makes You A Better Carer

Looking after yourself means you’ll be in a better position to support your loved ones, says Jolie Goodman of the Mental Health Foundation.

“Caring for someone with a mental illness can be stressful and difficult,” she explains. “It can be hard to put yourself first when helping someone in distress, however, in order to support someone else you need to have a plan in place that allows you to look after yourself, even if just for a short period of time.”

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