Making Mental Health Part of Your Healthcare Team

August 3, 2020

Making Mental Health Part of Your Healthcare Team, Claire Brandon

Mental health plays a crucial role in overall well-being, especially when managing chronic health conditions. In this presentation, Claire Brandon explores the connection between mental health and physical health, emphasizing why integrating mental health support into your healthcare team can improve outcomes.

Discover how the brain-gut axis links mental and physical health, why stress management and coping skills are essential, and how psychiatry and collaborative care can support both your mind and body. This session highlights mental health as a key part of healthcare, exploring it as a complementary approach to managing chronic conditions.

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A strong healthcare team includes professionals who support both your physical and mental well-being. Explore our resources on assembling a care team that meets your unique needs and helps you manage your health more effectively.

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