Holistic care.

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  • Holistic care is treating the person not just the condition.
  • Treating the person and not just the condition is important because health is a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors.
    • When individuals face a medical condition, it can have profound effects on various aspects of their lives, including their mental and emotional well-being, social relationships, and overall quality of life​
    • Addressing these aspects in addition to the physical symptoms can lead to more comprehensive and effective healthcare. ​
  • Taking a Holistic approach is important as the mental health impact is many medical conditions can have a significant impact on mental health. For example, chronic illnesses, pain, and disabilities can lead to stress, anxiety, and depression. Addressing the emotional aspects helps in managing mental health, which, in turn, can positively influence the overall health outcomes.​
  • Having a Holistic approach is important as their holistic Well-being: (E.G)People are not just a collection of symptoms; they are individuals with unique experiences, emotions, and social contexts. ​(bereavement)
  • Having a holistic approach is important as it can effect your quality of LifeMedical conditions can impact a person's daily life, relationships, and overall satisfaction. By addressing social and emotional effects, healthcare providers can contribute to improving the individual's quality of life, even if a complete cure is not possible.​
  • Having a Holistic is impormant is as it can effect your
    Enhanced Communication and Trust: (E.G) Taking the time to understand and address the social and emotional effects of a condition fosters better communication and trust between healthcare providers and patients. This relationship is essential for effective healthcare delivery and collaboration.​
  • Holistic means that the whole person is considered, not just the physical body.