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Clinician perception of the relationship between mental health, health-related social needs, and diabetes outcomes [Diabetes and endocrine disease]

Annals of Family Medicine

However, mental health conditions and health-related social needs (HRSNs) can complicate patients’ success. Objective: To understand how clinicians perceive and discuss the relationship between mental health, HRSNs, and health-promoting behavior with patients with diabetes.

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Advance Care Planning: comparison of views of people living with dementia and their caregivers [Palliative and end-of-life care]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context Advance Care Planning (ACP) with people living with dementia is complicated by the decline in capacity and varying course as the condition progresses. However, people with dementia and caregivers wanted to be sure there was a trusting relationship and were unsure if physicians would be available due to their busyness.

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The Role of Lifestyle Medicine in Reversing Early Chronic Disease

Edge Family Medicine

Social Connection: Positive relationships and community support improve mental health and resilience. By adopting lifestyle changes, you can improve your quality of life, reduce reliance on medications, and prevent further health complications. Early intervention is key to reversing chronic diseases.

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Seven ways to have a healthier relationship with stress

Medical Xpress

Many of us are—whether we're stressed out by our jobs, complicated relationships, caregiving responsibilities, or the general state of the world. Are you suffering from chronic stress?

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Migraine associated with increased risk for pregnancy complications

Medical Xpress

However, the relationship between migraine and adverse pregnancy outcomes has not been well understood. Women are disproportionately affected by migraine, especially during their reproductive years.

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Teamwork Among Primary Care Staff to Achieve Regular Follow-Up of Chronic Patients [Original Research]

Annals of Family Medicine

Clinics with more regular follow-up emphasized teamwork, a peaceful approach toward challenging patients, and flat as opposed to hierarchical organizational structures for personal relationships among staff.

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Drugs Vs. Digital Therapeutics – A Digital Symbiosis

The Medical Futurist

The title, Drugs vs. DTx, is a classic case of the “it’s complicatedrelationship status. This shift has been brought about by the rise of Digital Therapeutics (DTx), healing that can be administered right through our smartphones.