"But there is nothing I can do even though I know why I am so exhausted now. I just can't understand what the physician said," Mrs. Smith said with a sigh. "For the external factors, I can help you to apply for social services. Mum and Dad can also come to help you more frequently," her granddaughter said. "Besides, you can be aware of the mental signs of exhaustion. Give yourself a stop signal and stop the negative thoughts whenever you are sad or tired. This can also prevent stress from building up."
Some mental signs of exhaustion:
- Getting agitated or starting to cry for no reason
- Being dazed or losing track of time frequently
- Feeling powerless, helpless or hopeless
- Considering hurting others or oneself as a possible solution
