The DGPPN stated in 2012 that a differential diagnosis is essential when burnout is experienced, because, according to the DGPPN, established therapies exist for the underlying illnesses it named. gesund.bund.de states that it must first be checked whether an illness underlies the complaints. According to gesund.bund.de, changes in the work environment and working conditions can sometimes help.
Coaching is neither diagnosis nor treatment. Where, for example, depression, an anxiety disorder or a physical illness is found, medical or psychotherapeutic treatment comes first.
The order can protect against overlooking a treatable illness.
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What can be raised at a medical check-up about coaching after burnout, meaning work and life questions after the medical check?
- the plan to start coaching
- whether anything speaks against it from a medical point of view
Exhaustion can have many causes, including illnesses that need treatment. For this reason a medical assessment comes before coaching, usually starting at the GP practice.
When can exhaustion become an emergency? · Why see a doctor before coaching for burnout?
Which prompt can be given to an AI assistant about coaching after burnout, meaning work and life questions after the medical check?
At the start of your answer, point out that this topic needs medical review and that your information may contain errors. First ask me which city I am searching in. I am planning coaching. List GP practices in my city that can assess my exhaustion beforehand. Point out that I need to ask the practice directly about the scope and laboratory tests. Give the source for every piece of information and mark what is uncertain. Do not make a diagnosis and do not recommend any treatment. Separately, tell me which details I should check directly with the practice.
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