Being quarantined inside the house with the people you love is one of the greatest blessings one can have this pandemic. Not everyone is given such privilege. 

Unfortunately, staying home with your family 24/7 for an indefinite time this pandemic could also result in family burn-out, as revealed by Healthline. Due to this, the number of strained relationships and those who experience togetherness fatigue in families are expected to increase in the coming days. 

HOW WILL YOU KNOW IF YOUR FAMILY IS ALREADY EXPERIENCING FAMILY BURNOUT?

There are several symptoms to determine whether your family is already experiencing burnout. According to Dr. Pavan Madan, a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist with Community Psychiatry, the largest outpatient mental health organization in California, these signs include emotional and physical exhaustion, decreased productivity, and being moody. 

Due to the stress and pressure, everyone is facing now because of the coronavirus, most people are now prone to feel this way. The exact number of people suffering from this phenomenon is still yet to be recorded. However, the rates are estimated to grow dramatically in the coming days. 

HOW CAN FAMILY BURNOUT AFFECTS RELATIONSHIPS?

Once a couple is experiencing burnout, it is never a good thing to lock them up in the same space as both could clash and crash to each other mentally, emotionally, and even physically. It is important that during this time, both of the parties could get the space they need to help them clear their minds and hearts. 

But, with the coronavirus pandemic, keeping that space isn't always possible. This could result in both parties struggling to connect and communicate with each other, unable to fix whatever they need for their relationship to work. 

WHAT TO DO TO REDUCE THE IMPACT OF BURNOUT IN THE FAMILY?

Burnout can still be prevented, health authorities say. Do that by balancing the time you will allot for yourself, for your tasks, and most especially, for your family. 

Parents should, also, consider using positive reinforcement when training and teaching their kids. Using punishment techniques can only increase their kids' stress, which could make them feel burned-out even more. 

Also, parents and adults should consider having a few minutes' breaks to all the responsibilities and tasks assigned to them this pandemic -- take time for a walk, to stay alone in the patio, and to enjoy the view of your garden while relaxing at the terrace. Never forget your free time while enjoying something you love to do, as shared by Swingle Clinic