April Koh’s Post

Is my perspective the whole story? or do I need to #CheckMyBias?💚 Taking a moment to reflect on my personal biases. It's crucial to acknowledge them to grow and learn. An initiative of the Psychiatric Hospital Barbados aimed at creating a more understanding Barbados, one☝🏾reflection at a time. #CheckMyBias #EmbraceMentalHealth #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #TeamPsychi

Excited to share an insightful article I co-authored with Simreet Khaira, MD on behavioral health. Dive into our exploration of 5 factors shaping the future of behavioral healthcare. #mentalhealth #pharmacy #Beckers

Is my perspective the whole story? or do I need to #CheckMyBias?💚 Taking a moment to reflect on my personal biases. It's crucial to acknowledge them to grow and learn. An initiative of the Psychiatric Hospital Barbados aimed at creating a more understanding Barbados, one☝🏾reflection at a time. #CheckMyBias #EmbraceMentalHealth #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #TeamPsychi

Personal trauma, and how to respond when it sticks its ugly head in professional settings, is a loaded question that no one wants to deal with. Some behaviors show how grossly unprepared colleagues or higher officials are in handling a potentially alarming situation. These circumstances are often not handled very well, and I'd like to share how I wished my breakdown at work (years ago) was dealt with. In case you come across a co-worker or stranger who looks like they are panicked, distressed, or terrified and hyperventilating, even if you don't understand why. Please do not touch them, you may instead remain calm and talk to them to see if they are aware and responsive. Do not comment about how unprofessional they are being, or that they need to be taken away because it may appear to clients that they are being abused. They are aware it's unprofessional, and already embarrassed about it. You may instead ask if they need assistance reaching a restroom or private area until the panic/anxiety attack passes. If the co-worker is having difficulties regulating, DO NOT be impatient with them during this process. Do ask if they can name 5 objects around them that are blue; 4 things they can feel; 3 things they hear; 2 things they can smell; and one thing they can taste. This process can typically help ground them into their immediate surroundings. These experiences are just as uncomfortable for the individual experiencing a breakdown as it can be for someone witnessing it. Of course, I'm not excusing public tantrums that some individuals use for attention, this is specific for people who struggle with various medical or psychological challenges. To conclude, be kind even if you don't understand. I hope this helps bring some clarity about responding differently to someone in distress in the workplace. Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff “Helping Someone during a Panic Attack.” Lancastergeneralhealth.org, 24 June 2023, https://lnkd.in/ec8GkKQX. Public Health Scotland. “How to Deal with Panic Attacks.” NHS Inform, 13 June 2024, https://lnkd.in/eB4jj3sr.

An analysis of numerous patient consultations with primary care doctors reveals that mental health issues rank second only to musculoskeletal complaints in routine medical care. A significant one in nine patients visited seeking assistance primarily for mental health concerns. According to Avshalom Caspi, the Edward M. Arnett Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at Duke University, these primary care physicians act as the initial point of contact in the healthcare system. The data obtained from these physicians provides valuable insight into patients' first interactions with healthcare services. Read more here 👇 https://buff.ly/4ecDsWJ #HealthcareInsights #MentalHealthAwareness

Janus Healthcare Partners own Chief Medical Officer, Paul Ciechanowski, MD, discusses how the Psychiatric Collaborative Care Model helps primary care practice physicians mitigate burnout while offering additional support and improving outcomes to patients with behavioral health needs in this article for MedCity News #CoCM #collaborativecare #integration #primarycare #behavioralhealth

Is my perspective the whole story? or do I need to #CheckMyBias?💚 Labels can limit, but they don’t define us! Let’s break free from stereotypes and stigmas. Remember to check your bias and see beyond the labels. Every individual is unique and deserves to be seen for who they truly are. #EndLabeling #BreakTheStigma #CheckMyBias” An initiative of the Psychiatric Hospital Barbados aimed at creating a more understanding Barbados, one☝🏾reflection at a time. #EndStigma #MentalHealthAwareness” #CheckMyBias #EmbraceMentalHealth #TeamPsychi

Is my perspective the whole story? or do I need to #CheckMyBias?💚 Taking a moment to reflect on my personal biases. It's crucial to acknowledge them to grow and learn. An initiative of the Psychiatric Hospital Barbados aimed at creating a more understanding Barbados, one☝🏾reflection at a time. #CheckMyBias #EmbraceMentalHealth #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #TeamPsychi

Medical professionals have long acknowledged there is a lack of access to #behavioralhealth. This was made even more evident during the #COVID19pandemic when behavioral health needs skyrocketed. To combat this, there are two well-developed integration techniques used in medical offices. Learn more about the benefits of behavioral health integration from my Psychology Today. #NVFP #conciergemedicine https://lnkd.in/gyrgwvzn

600 respondents representing 100 #neurologicalconditions responded to the last survey of 2023 The NeuroLifeNow community continues to grow, and with that growth comes increased strength and influence. In this survey, 71% of people reported living with a non-neurological condition in addition to their neurological condition. This means that a significant number of people are juggling multiple #health concerns, which can complicate their healthcare journeys. The healthcare #system often struggles to meet the needs of these individuals, indicating a gap that must be addressed. ''The UK Government needs to recognise the large additional costs of living with life altering long-term disabilities.'' Marc Smith CEO Brain & Spine Foundation Georgina Carr FRSA , CEO The Neurological Alliance (England) The Neurological Alliance is a coalition of more than 80 organisations working together to transform outcomes for the millions of people in England with a neurological condition. Our work is shaped by the experiences of people with neurological conditions and aims to address the causes of poor care. Find out more the Neurological Alliance here.