Common signs of caregiver stress do NOT include which of the following?

The correct answer is that common signs of caregiver stress do not include improved sleep and appetite. Caregiver stress often manifests through various physical and emotional symptoms that indicate a person's struggle with the demands of caregiving.

Feeling overwhelmed and tired, loss of interest in activities, and irritability and sadness are typical indicators of stress, showing that the caregiver may be experiencing emotional fatigue, mental exhaustion, or a reduced capacity to engage in previously enjoyed activities.

In contrast, improved sleep and appetite are generally seen as positive signs of well-being and stability. When a caregiver is experiencing stress, it is more common for them to face challenges such as insomnia, disrupted sleep patterns, or changes in appetite, usually leading to decreased appetite or emotional eating. Therefore, the absence of these stress indicators, indicated by improved sleep and appetite, marks it as not being a sign of caregiver stress.