Why are things I used to manage getting harder and harder?
When everyday things keep getting harder, you need to find out why and also take some of the load off. Research on burnout gives clues, but it’s no substitute for seeing a doctor.
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When everyday things keep getting harder, you need to find out why and also take some of the load off. Research on burnout gives clues, but it’s no substitute for seeing a doctor.
The four groups in the paper come out of a research model. You can’t use them to sort yourself or your child, choose treatment or predict the future.
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