Care for psychological problems. Collaborative approach in primary care.
Year: 2005
Type: article
Abstract: The literature supports the idea that mental and physical illnesses are interrelated.1-3 In addressing both psychological and somatic issues, primary care physicians can partner with psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, social workers, and registered nurses. Many reports have described collaborative approaches.4-7 Some have suggested that psychological issues can be appropriately addressed by psychologists.8,9 This paper looks specifically at what psychologists can bring to collaborative relationships.
Family physicians have a major role in treatment of psychological problems.10,11 Such problems can include depression, anxiety, stress-related disorders, psychosomatic illnesses, drug and alcohol abuse, domestic violence, adjustment problems related to chronic and traumatic illnesses, marital or sexual problems, and psychophysiologic and pain disorders.12
Source: Europe PMC (PubMed Central)
Authors: Kim D Witko, Kerry B Bernes, Gary Nixon
Language: English
Subfield: General Health Professions
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2164788552