physical health

Question 1

What is the key relationship between mental and physical health?

Answer 1

There is no health without mental health.” Nearly 3/4 of children and young people with mental illness also have physical health issues, and having a physical illness increases the likelihood of mental illness by 82%

Question 2

What percentage of children have chronic illnesses and how does it affect them?

Answer 2

10-30% of children have chronic illnesses, which affects their emotional, social, and cognitive development

Question 3

What are the main work settings for Pediatric Psychologists?

Answer 3

Inpatient (hospital wards)
Outpatient clinics
Integrated roles within medical teams
Community services (CAMHS)
Training and consultation with staff

Question 4

What are the three main categories of common referral themes?

Answer 4

Education & Adjustment
2. Adherence & Social Impact
3. Emotional & Psychological Support⁠

Question 5

What is the medication adherence rate according to WHO?

Answer 5

Only about 50% across conditions

Question 6

What are the important socio-economic-cultural factors to consider?

Answer 6

Societal attitudes
Family narratives
Cultural and faith-related beliefs
Public perceptions
Economic context
Media influence

Question 6

What are the key characteristics to consider about illness/disability/treatment?

Answer 6

Nature of treatment
Rarity
Visibility
Stigma
Course
Outcome
Degree of uncertainty
Type of disability
Etiology
Parental role change

Question 7

Why is pediatric psychology important?

Answer 7

It bridges the gap between physical and mental health, and addressing mental health in medical settings improves overall outcomes for young patients⁠