caring burden
[ˈkɛərɪŋ ˈbɜːrdən]
nounpl: caring burdens
peso do cuidado / sobrecarga de cuidador
1. The physical, emotional, and financial strain experienced by someone who provides care for a dependent person (elderly, disabled, or chronically ill)
The caring burden became too much for her after working full-time and caring for her mother at night.
O peso do cuidado ficou muito pesado para ela depois de trabalhar em tempo integral e cuidar da mãe à noite.
2. The psychological stress and responsibility associated with being a primary caregiver
Healthcare providers recognize that the caring burden on family members can lead to burnout and depression.
Os profissionais de saúde reconhecem que a sobrecarga de cuidador nos membros da família pode levar ao esgotamento e depressão.
This term is increasingly important in both Brazilian and American healthcare discussions as aging populations grow. In Brazil, family-based caregiving is traditionally emphasized, making this concept particularly relevant to discussions about elderly care and family dynamics. In the USA, formal caregiver support services and mental health resources for caregivers are more established, though the burden remains a significant issue addressed in healthcare policy and geriatric medicine.
Related Idioms & Phrases
carrying the weight of care
bearing the burden of caregiving
shouldering the responsibility
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