What terms like anxiety and depression mean are very different for different people. These conditions are quite common in patients with serious illness, and it’s important for palliative care clinicians to accurately identify, diagnose, and consider treatment or referral when a mental health issue goes beyond experience and expertise. In this blog post, a leading psychiatrist shares how to identify and address anxiety and depression in people living with serious illness, and when to refer to a specialist.
Link: Center to Advance Palliative Care (05/2024)
