Psychological First Aid

Sanjay Kalra; Atul Dhingra; Kumar Abhisheka; Nitin Kapoor

doi:10.47391/JPMA.24-45

Author(s)

Sanjay Kalra Department of Endocrinology, Bharti Hospital, Karnal, India; University Center for Research & Development, Chandigarh University, Mohali, India

Atul Dhingra Department of Endocrinology, Bansal Gangaram Hospital,Sriganganagar,India

Kumar Abhisheka Department of Medicine and Endocrinology, Air Force Central Medical Establishment,New Delhi,India

Nitin Kapoor Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Christian Medical College, Vellore, India; Non-communicable disease unit, Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Abstract

In this communication, we discuss the concept of psychological first aid, as relevant to diabetes management. Psychological first aid, in the diabetes care context, is defined as “the empathic support, counselling and education to improve coping skills, and optimize selfcare of persons living with diabetes, so that psychological well-being can be optimized.” Various models can help provide structured psychological rfist aid. We feel that each and every health care provider should be able to provide effective first aid, including psychological first aid.

Publication Details

Page(s) 1189-1191

DOI 10.47391/JPMA.24-45

Published Journal: Journal of Pakistan Medical Association, Volume: 74, Issue: 6, Year: 2024

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Keywords

Diabetes, Diabetes distress, Insulin, Diabetes, person centred care, psychosocial aspects