Emotional Wellness in Heart Failure and the Caregiver Challenge-Emotional Wellness in Heart Failure and the Caregiver Challenge

Emotional Wellness in Heart Failure and the Caregiver Challenge - Video

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In this video webinar, Dr. Nazarene Ibrahim discusses emotional wellness and heart failure as well as the challenges faced by caregivers. Patients with chronic health problems, such as heart failure, often experience mood changes including anxiety, sadness, irritability, frustration, guilt, loneliness, and stress. These emotions can have a significant impact on overall health and can affect a patient's ability to manage their condition. It is important for patients and caregivers to recognize these mood changes and seek help when needed. Dr. Ibrahim emphasizes the importance of starting a conversation about emotional wellness and seeking support from trusted friends, family members, and healthcare professionals. Caregivers play a vital role in supporting heart failure patients and often face their own challenges. It is important for caregivers to take care of themselves and seek support when needed. The webinar also highlights resources and support available for patients and caregivers, including the Heart Failure Society of America website and educational materials. The use of SGLT2 inhibitors in patients with and without diabetes is also discussed, with an emphasis on their benefits for heart failure patients. The webinar concludes with a question and answer session.

Keywords

emotional wellness

heart failure

caregivers

mood changes

support

chronic health problems

SGLT2 inhibitors

benefits