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Caregiver Burnout Quiz

Author: Melissa Boudin, PsyD

Melissa Boudin PsyD

Dr. Boudin, a clinical psychologist with 15+ years experience, specializes in depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief, with additional focus on improving mental health access and resources.

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Medical Reviewer: Elizabeth Nick, PhD Licensed medical reviewer

Published: July 30, 2025

How much is caregiving taking a toll on you?

Caring for someone else, whether it’s a child, partner, parent, or loved one, can be deeply meaningful. But it can also lead to burnout if your emotional, physical, and mental needs are constantly pushed aside.

This 5-minute quiz can help you understand whether you’re showing signs of caregiver burnout, how caregiving may be affecting your well-being, and what steps you can take to care for yourself as well.

Disclaimer: “While this quiz helps indicate potential symptoms of caregiver burnout, it is not a medical test and does not provide a diagnosis. Only a licensed mental health professional can diagnose mental health conditions. You are encouraged to discuss any concerns you have with a mental health professional, for which resources will be provided at the end of the quiz.”

Caregiver Burnout Quiz

Answer the following questions based on how often you’ve experienced each statement in the last month. After you complete the quiz, we will provide you with results and a set of next steps based on your responses.

Feeling emotionally drained by caregiving

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling physically exhausted, even after resting

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Struggling to find time or energy to care for your own needs

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling guilty when you take a break or ask for help

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling overwhelmed by caregiving responsibilities

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling like you’ve lost touch with who you are outside of caregiving

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling alone or unsupported in your caregiving role

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling irritable, anxious, or frustrated more than usual

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Getting sick more often or experiencing frequent aches and pains

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Having little patience with the person you’re caring for, even when you don’t want to feel that way

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling hopeless or stuck in your situation

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Relying on unhealthy habits (overeating, scrolling, alcohol, etc.) to cope with caregiving stress

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling unappreciated or invisible in your role as a caregiver

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Feeling resentful or angry about how much you’re expected to do

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

Having thoughts about giving up or walking away from your caregiving responsibilities

In the last month, how often have you experienced the following:

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Very Often

None

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