Comorbidity of psychiatric illness and physical illness
Book chapter
Talbot, Daniel and Harris, Anthony. (2024). Comorbidity of psychiatric illness and physical illness. In In Boyce, Philip, Harris, Anthony and Malhi, Gin (Ed.). The Sydney Textbook of Psychiatry pp. 450-458 University of Sydney.
Authors | Talbot, Daniel and Harris, Anthony |
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Editors | Boyce, Philip, Harris, Anthony and Malhi, Gin |
Abstract | Psychiatric illnesses rarely occur in isolation; patients will often present with two or more co-occurring psychiatric illnesses. For instance, a mood disorder is often accompanied by an anxiety disorder, and substance use disorders and trauma often present hand-in-hand. This pattern of co-occurrence includes physical illness as mental and physical health are closely interconnected. For instance, chronic physical illnesses such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic pain, cancer, and autoimmune disorders often have a significant impact on mental health, while psychiatric illnesses can, in turn, affect the onset, course, and prognosis of physical conditions for example the association of schizophrenia with a substantial burden of physical illness. By understanding these interactions, we can provide more holistic and comprehensive care to individuals with comorbidities. |
Keywords | Psychiatry; illnesses; comorbidities |
Page range | 450-458 |
Year | 01 Jan 2024 |
Book title | The Sydney Textbook of Psychiatry |
Publisher | University of Sydney |
Place of publication | Australia |
ISBN | 9798329583977 |
Open access | Published as non-open access |
Research or scholarly | Research |
Publisher's version | License All rights reserved File Access Level Controlled |
Output status | Published |
Publication dates | |
04 Nov 2024 | |
Publication process dates | |
Accepted | Nov 2024 |
Deposited | 03 Mar 2025 |
Additional information | © The University of Sydney, 2024. |
https://acuresearchbank.acu.edu.au/item/916yx/comorbidity-of-psychiatric-illness-and-physical-illness
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