AOA-OMED Research Posters 2024-OMED24-POSTERS

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Camila Mancuso presented a study on the relationship between mental health illnesses and somatic symptoms in English and Spanish-speaking primary care patients. The study utilized validated screening tools to assess mental health conditions in 65 adult patients. Results indicated a strong positive correlation between mental health symptoms and physical symptoms across both language groups, with exceptions for PTSD and panic disorder. The research highlights the importance of addressing both mental and physical health, particularly for underserved Spanish-speaking populations. Findings emphasize the need for culturally sensitive mental health interventions to accommodate diverse patient needs despite limitations such as sample size.

Keywords

mental health

somatic symptoms

Spanish-speaking patients

culturally sensitive interventions

primary care