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Compassion Fatigue (Fact Sheet): Managing During Troubling Times
July 23, 2020
Southeast MHTTC
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Mental Health Professional (Social Worker, Psychologist, Counselor, MFT)
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Recovery Specialist
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Addictions Counselor

This fact sheet is meant to accompany the Compassion Fatigue Webinar presented by the Southeast MHTTC in collaboration with Georgia HOPE. Mental health professionals have both rewarding yet demanding jobs providing support for others. The cost of caring, or compassion fatigue, refers to the natural response of stress from caring for others in crisis. This infographic defines compassion fatigue, identifies common symptoms, and offers prevention strategies.