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| Trigger points for a GP referral to a mental health social worker - New or recent diagnosis of patient
- Difficulty in adjusting to diagnosis, particularly with regard to changes in physical condition
- Low mood, elevated levels of anxiety, stress and/or previous history of mental health condition
- Changes in social and occupational functioning
- Poor adherence to self-management strategies
Trigger points for a mental health social worker referral to a GP- Worsening of physical health and functioning
- Increasing symptom severity including comorbid conditions
- Ongoing poor chronic self-management which could have adverse consequences for health
- Regular medical review
Potential treatment by a mental health social worker- Provide a biopsychosocial assessment that would assist the referring GP to identify all the factors affecting the patient
- Provide education to ensure understanding of short/long term consequences of a stroke
- Support individuals and their families to establish and maintain goals to improve functioning and to be realistic in their goals for recovery
- Evidence-based treatment for psychological disorders, including motivational interviewing, cognitive behaviour therapy, interpersonal therapy and relaxation strategies
- Provide support, education and/or identification of other appopriate resources to assist the patient and their families
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