Promotion of well-being and tertiary prevention in chronic diseases

Journal title MODELLI DELLA MENTE
Author/s Alessandra Ciabuschi, Flaminia Valenti
Publishing Year 2025 Issue 2023/1
Language Italian Pages 9 P. 39-47 File size 0 KB
DOI 10.3280/mdm1-2023oa19026
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The article addresses the promotion of well-being and prevention in chronic diseases, highlighting the importance of a healthy lifestyle to continue to express oneself to the best of one’s ability. It is emphasized how the quality of life in chronic conditions is influenced by factors such as symptom management, physical activity, nutrition and meditation, in particular mindfulness. Prevention, in primary, secondary and tertiary forms, is crucial to reduce risks and improve existing conditions. The role of integrated therapies is also described, which put the patient at the center rather than the disease, favoring a holistic and personalized approach to treatments,that requires patient involvment and a team of experts at the service of the person.

Keywords: ; chronic diseases; lifestyle; prevention; positive psychology; integrated therapies; nutrition; physical activity; mindfulness

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Alessandra Ciabuschi, Flaminia Valenti, Promozione del benessere e prevenzione terziaria nelle malattie croniche in "MODELLI DELLA MENTE" 1/2023, pp 39-47, DOI: 10.3280/mdm1-2023oa19026