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Palliative care in severe mental illnesses.

Eva Katharina Masel¹, Bárbara Antunes², Christian Schulz-Quach^3,4,5

¹Division of Palliative Medicine, Department of Medicine I, Medical University of Vienna, Waehringer Guertel 18-20, Vienna, 1090, Austria. eva.masel@meduniwien.ac.at.

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Summary

This editorial examines the complex interactions between severe mental illness patients and palliative care. It explores the multifaceted impacts on patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.

Keywords:

Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing Mental Health Palliative Care Psychiatry Psychosocial Functioning

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Palliative Care
Mental Health Services
Healthcare Disparities

Background:

Patients with severe mental illness (SMI) often face unique challenges within palliative care settings.
The intersection of SMI and palliative care requires specialized approaches to address complex patient needs.
Existing palliative care models may not fully accommodate the specific requirements of individuals with SMI.

Discussion:

Effective palliative care for SMI patients necessitates interdisciplinary collaboration.
Communication strategies must be adapted to effectively engage patients with SMI and their support networks.
Addressing the psychosocial and spiritual needs of SMI patients is crucial for holistic palliative care.

Key Insights:

Palliative care for severe mental illness demands tailored interventions.
Caregiver support is essential for patients with SMI undergoing palliative care.
Healthcare professionals require enhanced training to manage SMI within palliative care.

Outlook:

Future research should focus on developing and validating integrated care models for SMI patients in palliative settings.
Policy changes are needed to ensure equitable access to high-quality palliative care for individuals with SMI.
Promoting a greater understanding of the needs of SMI patients in end-of-life care is paramount.