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2.0 Learning Objectives

Learning Objectives

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:

  • Define compassion fatigue and its relevance in caregiving roles
  • Explain how compassion fatigue affects professionals working with individuals experiencing homelessness
  • Identify common signs and symptoms of compassion fatigue
  • Discuss the prevalence of compassion fatigue among frontline workers
  • Describe practical strategies and techniques for preventing and managing compassion fatigue

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