Physiotherapy for Psychosocial Disabilities

Psychosocial disabilities are a type of disability that arises from a mental health issue and impacts daily life and participation in social environments. At Best Home Therapy, we provide specialised treatment plans to help individuals with psychosocial disabilities manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.

Causes of Psychosocial Disability

Psychosocial disability can be caused from a range of mental health conditions. Not everyone with a mental health condition will have a psychosocial disability. The effects of psychosocial disability can be severe and long-lasting however individuals will likely benefit from a multi-disciplinary therapy team. Examples of mental health conditions that may cause psychosocial disability include:

·       Depression

·       Anxiety disorders

·       Schizophrenia

·       Bi-Polar affective disorder

·       Psychosis

·       Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

·       Paranoia

Disablement may also refer to poor social skills, with an inability to communicate effectively or complete social participation activities.

Symptoms of Psychosocial Disabilities

The symptoms of psychosocial disabilities can vary widely, but some common signs include:

1. Difficulty with social interaction and communication

2. Mood disturbances, such as depression or anxiety

3. Cognitive impairments, such as difficulty with memory or attention

4. Behavioural challenges, such as aggression or self-harm

5. Substance abuse or addiction

Physiotherapy Management of Psychosocial Disabilities

At Best Home Therapy, we have developed a psycho-social recovery program. We also provide personalised treatment plans for individuals with psychosocial disabilities. Our experienced therapists work with individuals and their families to create a comprehensive treatment plan that may include management aspects drawn from the following:

1. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): CBT is a type of therapy that helps individuals identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and replace them with productive ones. Our therapists use CBT techniques to help individuals with psychosocial disabilities develop more adaptive coping strategies.

2. Social Skills Training: We provide training and support to help individuals with psychosocial disabilities develop and maintain social relationships.

3. Lifestyle Optimisation: Individuals with psychosocial disabilities often develop unhelpful lifestyle habits. We work with individuals to improve their lifestyle through coaching, exercise plans, healthy habit formation and timetabling.

At Best Home Therapy, we understand the challenges that individuals with psychosocial disabilities and their families face. That's why we have developed a psycho-social recovery program which is tailored on an individual basis to provide personalised treatment plans. This ensures that we can help those with psychosocial disabilities manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.

Please contact us at 1300-01-2378 or visit us at 72 Maribyrnong st Footscray to schedule an assessment or to learn more about our services.