If the Cognitive & Emotional Function domain has high scores, it suggests that the person may be at increased mental health risk due to cognitive impairments, emotional distress, or challenges in managing day-to-day activities. Issues like memory problems, difficulty making decisions, trauma, speech or language difficulties, confusion, or hallucinations can significantly impact the person’s emotional well-being and their ability to function in daily life. These cognitive and emotional challenges can lead to heightened risks of mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and stress, particularly if there is a lack of proper support or intervention.
Suggested Actions:
- For patients experiencing memory problems or difficulty making decisions, consider referring them to cognitive specialists or neuropsychologists for further evaluation. Recommend memory aids and strategies for everyday decision-making to help maintain independence. For patients with speech or language difficulties, refer to a speech-language pathologist for assessment and therapy. These services can help improve communication and functional abilities. For patients with confusion or delirium, refer to a healthcare provider for further investigation and management. Assess any underlying conditions like infections or medications that could be contributing to cognitive decline. For patients with a history of trauma or emotional distress, refer them to trauma-informed counselors or mental health professionals for therapy. Offer coping strategies and engage in supportive counseling to address any emotional and psychological needs. For patients experiencing hallucinations or delusions, refer them for psychiatric evaluation. Hallucinations can be indicative of underlying conditions such as schizophrenia, severe anxiety, or dementia. For patients dealing with the loss of a loved one, encourage seeking grief counseling or support groups to assist in the mourning process and prevent prolonged emotional distress[RS1] .
Recources in your country:
Cyprus:
Speech/language therapy
- Association of Speech-Language Pathologists – Speech Therapists in Cyprus [https://speechtherapy.org.cy/ ]
Psychological support
- NOESIS Cognitive Center & Tech Solutions [ https://noesis.cy/]
Mental Health Services of the Ministry of Health in Cyprus https://www.gov.cy/moh/en/about/mental-health-services/
Slovenia:
- Slovenian Association of Speech and Language Therapists / Društvo logopedov Slovenije [ https://dlogs.si/ ]
- Chamber of Clinical Psychologists / Zbornica kliničnih psihologov [ https://klinicna-psihologija.si/
Austria
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