Recognizing Overload Before It Becomes a Crisis

What this is

A plain description of what overload looks like and what helps early.

Why it matters

Overload usually shows up in sleep, irritability, and dropped routines before it shows up as a crisis.

What you should know

• Watch for changes in sleep, appetite, concentration, and patience.
• Reducing one recurring obligation often helps more than adding a coping strategy.
• Community and faith organizations, schools, and kinship programs may offer respite support.
• If you are thinking about harming yourself, contact a crisis line or emergency services immediately.