You're a busy woman caregiver who feels pressured to be able to do it all, juggling your career, family, caregiving, managing the household and more.
Superwoman Syndrome is exactly what it says it is - trying to be Superwoman. And more often than not, you're feeling overworked, overwhelmed and overly committed. You're also exhausted, anxious and stressed. But don't worry - you are not alone.
According to Dr. Madeline Ann Lewis, co-author of Overcoming the Superwoman Syndrome, some of us wear this imaginary cape because we:
The Superwoman is also a good person, duty oriented, very responsible and truly desires to do what is right.
Symptoms of superwoman syndrome and caregiver burnout: