Dr. Eric Bender
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I just want to check, have you been feeling lately?
Just asking that question.
Now, I understand the reasons primary care doctors don't.
Limited amount of time, huge amount of patients.
But I think maybe asking things like that, how have you been feeling lately mood-wise?
I do see now in primary care offices, which I really like, I think they're going in this direction, the person initially taking vitals, the nurse or an NP or whomever it is,
we'll say, how are things at home?
Having any concerns about safety at home?
Similarly, they would ask, how is your mood?
Are you having any depressive thoughts?
Exactly.
So I honestly think...
Keep continuing to do that.
Maybe add more detail.
If you're noticing something, don't just rely on the form.
If you see something with a patient, ask more.
And then also don't be afraid to reach out to your mental health colleagues and be like, hey, I'm concerned about this.
Asking men about eating issues would be great.
Tell me more.
Saying things like,