A New Approach to Health Care
As a nurse, my journey has always been centered around one core belief: the body and mind are not separate. Too often, healthcare focuses on treating physical symptoms while overlooking the mental and emotional well-being of patients. I've seen firsthand how this approach can leave individuals feeling incomplete or unsupported. My mission is to change that. This book explores what I've learned through years of working with diverse patient populations. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of mental and physical health and offers practical strategies to improve patient care through a holistic lens. When we treat only the body, we miss the bigger picture. My goal is to help patients and healthcare providers recognize the importance of mental health in overall well-being. I advocate for an approach that treats the person as a whole-one that provides space for emotional healing and acknowledges the significant role mental health plays in recovery. This book offers guidance for understanding, addressing, and integrating mental health into physical health care through real-life examples, evidence-based practices, and compassionate insight. I hope that this book inspires readers to think differently about health, to open conversations about mental well-being, and to improve the lives of those we care for.