` ` Stress in Families '' report emphasizes toll of caring for chronically ill people . 60 % of caregivers reported feeling overwhelmed , American Psychological Association says . In survey of elderly Americans , 60 % said stress levels had increased in past years . `` It was like , 'oh my , what did I get myself into ? ' '' ` ` People who care for loved ones ... do n't take care of themselves , '' psychologist says .
` ` Stress in Families '' report emphasizes toll of caring for chronically ill people . 60 % of caregivers reported feeling overwhelmed , American Psychological Association says . In survey of elderly Americans , 60 % said stress levels had increased in past years . ` ` People who care for loved ones ... do n't take care of themselves , '' psychologist says .