Caregiver Burnout Assessment: A Free Check for Caregivers
Medically reviewed by Dr. Ashwani Dhar, MD · Reviewed June 2026
In short
Caregiver burnout is the physical and emotional exhaustion that can build when you are caring for a loved one and neglecting your own needs. Caregiving is common — roughly one in five U.S. adults is a caregiver — and the strain is real. This 5-minute check screens for the depression and anxiety symptoms that often come with it.
Take the free 5-minute check
Confidential. PHQ-9 + GAD-7 + safety screen, with plain-English guidance.
Signs of caregiver burnout
Mayo Clinic lists signs to watch for: feeling constantly worried or burdened, frequent tiredness, sleeping too much or too little, weight changes, irritability, losing interest in activities, sadness, frequent aches, and starting to miss your own appointments.
Over time, unaddressed caregiver strain can raise the risk of depression and anxiety — which is what this check helps you notice.
Taking care of yourself
Taking time for yourself can make you a more sustainable caregiver. Accept help with specific tasks, and reach out for support — for you, not only for the person you care for.
Frequently asked questions
What is caregiver burnout?
It is a state of physical and emotional exhaustion from the demands of caring for someone, often while neglecting your own health. It can raise the risk of depression and anxiety.
What are the signs of caregiver burnout?
Constant worry, fatigue, sleep and weight changes, irritability, loss of interest, sadness, frequent aches, and missing your own medical appointments (Mayo Clinic).
How can caregivers cope with burnout?
Accept help with specific tasks, protect time for yourself, use supports like the Eldercare Locator or local Area Agencies on Aging, and talk with a professional if low mood or anxiety persist.
Read more: Caregiver Stress
Caring for the person doing the caring.
References
- 1. Mayo Clinic — Caregiver Stress: Tips for Taking Care of Yourself
- 2. NIMH — Depression
This page is for education and general wellness only. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The PHQ-9 and GAD-7 are screening tools; results are educational indicators, not a diagnosis. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 (U.S.), or call 911.