There is a growing recognition in the palliative care community of the emotional and psychological needs of patients - and their carers - as they reach the end of life. But not every patient needs, wants or has access to formal contact with a psychologist. Written by a clinical psychologist at Marie Curie Hospices, the article summaries the concepts of distress, adjustment and coping. She lists a number of questions that are useful to ask to promote helpful discussions to gauge what support someone might need.
Strachan, J. 2018. Psychological ideas in palliative care: distress, adjustment and coping. European Journal of Palliative Care, 25 (1) p 26 - 30.
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