Ten Warning Signs of Caregiver Stress  Source: Webster Senior Center News Linda Slota, Director Denial Denial about the disease and its effect on person who's  been diagnosed. I know Mom is going to get better.  Anger Anger at the person with Alzheimer's or others; that no effective treatment or cure currently exists, and that people don't understand what is going on.  If he asks me that question one more time I'll scream. Social Withdrawal Social withdrawal from friends and activities that once brought pleasure. I don't care about getting together with the neighbors anymore. Anxiety Anxiety about facing another day and what the future holds. What happens when he needs more care than I can provide! Depression  Depression begins to break your spirit and affects your ability to cope. Exhaustion Exhaustion makes it nearly impossible to complete necessary daily tasks. I'm too tired for this. Sleeplessnes Sleeplessness caused by a never ending list of concerns. What if she wanders out of the house or falls and hurts herself? Irritability Irritability leads to moodiness and triggers negative responses and reactions. Leave me alone! Lack of Concentration Lack of concentration makes it difficult to perform familiar tasks. I was so busy I forgot we had an appointment. Health Problems Health problems being to take their toll, both mentally and physically. I can't remember the last time I felt good.