Fierce Healthcare April 29, 2022
As osteopathic family physicians, my peers and I were trained to think about whole-person care from day one.
Now, the COVID-19 pandemic has shined much-needed light and advanced research on “whole person health” by highlighting the correlation between behavioral health and overall wellness as many people with behavioral health challenges experienced worsening symptoms throughout the pandemic, while others struggled with conditions for the first time and didn’t know where to turn.
Understanding whole-person health—and where to find resources that can help you support both your mental and physical health—is key to protecting and improving your overall well-being. Below, are some important ways you can take action.
What is whole-person health?
Whole-person health is the recognition...