[The impact of difficult situations on caregivers]. / L'impact des situations difficiles sur les soignants.

Caregivers are confronted with disease and death, sometimes regularly. Faced with these difficult situations, the emotions they feel affect every aspect of their lives: physical, intellectual, spiritual and social. It is important to take into account these emotions and to identify the resources which can be offered to caregivers. Solidarity between caregivers and team cohesion are also essential.

[Caregivers faced with painful events, testimonials]. / Les soignants face aux événements douloureux, témoignages.

Whatever the profession of caregivers, their activity involves supporting patients and families who are suffering. Doctors and nurses, in particular, talk of the strong emotions which they feel but which they find difficult to express. Being aware of them is essential for being able to accept them and limit their consequences. This article shares different insights.