MDF Magazine Newsletter Issue 60 December 2019

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As a parent, you may also feel a sense of guilt due to "giving"
your child a hereditary disease. This feeling is normal, and it
can help to talk about it with other parents. If your guilt does
not subside or leads to depression, be sure to seek professional
help.
To combat the stress and demands of being a caregiver, as
well as share the rewarding side, consider joining a support
group for caregivers. You may also consider engaging in
mind-body therapies that can promote relaxation and stress
relief, like yoga, or mindfulness meditation.
Although caring for a loved one with muscular dystrophy
isn’t easy, many do find a silver lining, whether that's gaining
a deeper, healthier perspective on life, becoming more spiritual,
or simply finding beauty in small, everyday pleasures.
Remain resilient and devoted in your caregiving journey, remember
to nurture your own needs, and reach out to others
for a helping hand.
Article available at: https://www.verywellhealth.com/caregiving-in-muscular-dystrophy-4155125