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Feeling Drained? Don’t Ignore These 7 Warning Signs of Compassion Fatigue
Featuring Erica Moura, LCSW
Caring for others can be rewarding — but it can also take a toll on your health. If you’ve ever felt emotionally drained, numb, or wondered whether you have anything left to give, you may be experiencing compassion fatigue. It’s common among people who spend their days helping others — from healthcare workers and teachers to caregivers and parents. Erica Moura, LCSW, Director of Human Centered Care for Hartford HealthCare’s Behavioral Health Network, shares what compassion fatigue looks like, why it happens and how you can refill your emotional reserves.
