Solving medical mysteries: hidden stresses and unexplained symptoms
Abstract
Medically unexplained symptoms and chronic functional syndromes are common but few healthcare professionals have had formal training about their connection to psychosocial issues. A systematic approach to diagnosis and treatment based on experience with over 7000 of these patients is described. Outcomes improve with assessment for and treatment of current life stresses, the prolonged impact of adversity in childhood and somatic presentations of depression, post-traumatic stress, and anxiety disorders.
Language: English
Page range: 152 - 154
Submitted on: Apr 4, 2016
Accepted on: Apr 5, 2016
Published on: May 10, 2016
Published by: National Institute of Public Health, Slovenia
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 4 issues per year
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© 2016 David D. Clarke, published by National Institute of Public Health, Slovenia
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