Hey amigos! 🌟 Today is World Mental Health Day, and we've got some inspiring insights from Dr. Xu Lin, a professor at Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine. She shared with us how holistic care can make a big difference in healing both the body and mind. 💆♂️💖
Dr. Xu believes that understanding a patient's psychological needs is super important. 🧠 When doctors and family members tune into these needs, it can totally improve the treatment experience. After all, who doesn't feel better when they're truly understood?
\"It's natural for patients to feel like they're losing control over their lives due to illness,\" Dr. Xu told us. But don't fret! She emphasized that building a strong support system at home 🏠 and focusing on small, manageable goals 🎯 can help patients and their families cope more effectively with long-term conditions.
So, whether you're supporting a friend or taking care of yourself, remember that healing isn't just about the physical stuff. Let's take care of our minds too! 💚✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
