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People caring for their husband, wife or partner
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Rani - Interview 07
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Rani feels restricted in what she can do because she needs to be with her husband.
Rani cares for her husband who has depression and he is very much dependent on her. She finds it hard, especially since she suffers from ill health herself.
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Anne - Interview 20
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When Anne's husband stopped working he felt bad and life changed for the family.
Anne has been caring for her husband, who has severe depression, over the last four years. She has recently returned to part time work after having been a full time carer for some time. She believes it should be a requirement that health professionals listen to carers.
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