Compassion fatigue, according to Shelby County Community Services (SCCS) Clinical Director Ed Lacheta is a lot like the common cold.

There are various symptoms of compassion fatigue, according to Lacheta, including exhaustion and guilt. 

Lacheta went on to say that compassion fatigue can happen when individuals feel spent after a lot of giving and compassion.

Compassion fatigue can impact anyone, but mental health professionals are especially at risk.

Ed Lacheta was a guest on the NEWSTALK WTIM Morning Show live from our studios in downtown Shelbyville.