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The hidden risks of denial in caregiving: When a loved one’s decline is hard to accept

The hidden risks of denial in caregiving: When a loved one’s decline is hard to accept
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( Aging Untold ) — When a loved one starts to need extra support, admitting how much has changed is one of the hardest hurdles families face. Denial can step in naturally to protect us from overwhelming grief, but avoiding reality for too long can risk caregiver burnout and compromise care. Recog...

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