Moreover , 55 % of caregivers reported feeling overwhelmed by the task at hand , according to the American Psychological Association 's `` Stress in America '' survey , which was conducted online among 1,226 adults in the United States in August and September . `` Stress in America '' report emphasizes toll of caring for chronically ill relatives . 39 % of caregivers reported feeling overwhelmed , the American Psychological Association 's says . In survey of 65 Walfish , 55 % said stress levels had increased in past year . `` People who care for loved ones ... do n't take care of themselves , '' psychologist says .
`` Stress in America '' report emphasizes toll of caring for chronically ill relatives . 39 % of caregivers reported feeling overwhelmed , the American Psychological Association 's says . In survey of 65 Walfish , 55 % said stress levels had increased in past year . `` People who care for loved ones ... do n't take care of themselves , '' psychologist says .