Incorporating mental health support in the treatment and management of individuals with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Counsellor and physician manuals

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dc.contributor.authorGodin, Emma
dc.contributor.authorUniversity of Lethbridge. Faculty of Education
dc.contributor.supervisorBrenner, Charlotte
dc.date.accessioned2024-08-15T18:35:49Z
dc.date.available2024-08-15T18:35:49Z
dc.date.issued2024
dc.degree.levelMasters
dc.description.abstractThe current approach to treating and managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) focuses on physical symptom management, with little attention to the psychological implications of PCOS. This is problematic given that individuals with PCOS are known to experience higher rates of psychological distress, depression, anxiety, self-harm, and suicidal behaviour. In this project, an interdisciplinary approach is proposed to adequately manage and treat PCOS. This manuscript presents a review of current literature regarding the psychological and physical symptoms of PCOS, the diagnostic process, the current treatment approach, patient healthcare experiences, and emerging interdisciplinary approaches for the treatment of PCOS. This information is then synthesized into two digital manuals for physicians and counsellors, respectfully. The manuals encapsulate information, resources, and recommendations to aid physicians and counsellors in taking an interdisciplinary approach to treating and managing PCOS.
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/10133/6856
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherLethbridge, Alta. : University of Lethbridge, Faculty of Education
dc.publisher.facultyEducation
dc.relation.ispartofseriesProject (University of Lethbridge. Faculty of Education)
dc.subjectPolycystic ovary syndrome
dc.subjectPCOS
dc.subject.lcshPolycystic ovary syndrome--Treatment
dc.subject.lcshPolycystic ovary syndrome--Psychological aspects
dc.titleIncorporating mental health support in the treatment and management of individuals with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Counsellor and physician manuals
dc.typeProject
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