PATIENT EDUCATION

On Patient Education

Patient education is so critical because, as they say in CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), understanding what’s going on, in itself, cures you. Understanding what’s happening empowers you, motivates you to do what you must and stops you from procrastinating. 

I have always advocated patient education. By getting informed on your health condition, you are in a better position to have intelligent and meaningful discussions with your healthcare provider and make more informed decisions about your treatment options.

Patients need to be accountable and responsible for your own health. It is too precious a thing to abdicate to your healthcare providers. Take courses. I’ve taken plenty of free online courses from www.coursera.org 

You need to manage your lifestyle, not just for your physical well-being but also for your mental hygiene. The more knowledge you have, the better the choices you make.

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