Weekly report
Summary of activities
Activity 1. Hospitalvisits
Here's the revised summary:
"The student, along with colleagues, visited hospitalized patients, providing emotional support and
companionship. The student along with her colleagues helped patients cope with their mental health
challenges, reduced feelings of isolation, and enhanced their overall well-being through active listening
and empathetic engagement.
The significance of this activity lies in its ability to complement medical treatment with emotional and
social support, highlighting the importance of holistic care in mental health recovery. This experience
allowed for a deeper understanding of the complexities of mental health care and the value of
empathetic support in patient care, ultimately contributing to more effective and compassionate
treatment outcomes."
Activity 2 : Grief counselling
Here's a more detailed summary:
"The student conducted a grief counselling session with a patient who had recently lost their sister.
During the session, the patient expressed a range of emotions, including sadness, anger, and guilt, as
they navigated the complex process of grieving. The student provided a supportive and non-judgmental
space, actively listening to the patient's concerns and validating their feelings.
Through empathetic engagement and gentle guidance, the student helped the patient explore their
emotions, process their grief, and begin to develop coping strategies. The session allowed the patient to
feel heard and understood, facilitating a sense of emotional release and validation.
The significance of this activity lies in its ability to provide emotional support and guidance during a
critical time of need. Grief counselling can help individuals work through their emotions, reduce feelings
of isolation, and develop resilience in the face of loss. This experience highlights the importance of
compassionate care and empathetic listening in supporting individuals through difficult life
experiences."
Lessons learnt
Here are three lessons learned:
*Lesson 1: Grief Counselling*
The importance of active listening in grief counselling was a key takeaway. By attentively listening to the
patient's concerns and validating their emotions, the student was able to provide emotional support and
facilitate a sense of emotional release. This lesson can be applied going forward by prioritizing active
listening in all counselling sessions, allowing patients to feel heard and understood.
*Lesson 2: Grief Counselling*
Grief is a unique and individual experience, and it's essential to approach each patient with empathy and
flexibility. The student learned to tailor their approach to the patient's specific needs, acknowledging the
complexity of their emotions. This lesson can be applied going forward by remaining adaptable and
patient-centered in counselling sessions, recognizing that each individual's experience with grief is
distinct.
*Lesson 3: Hospital Visit*
The value of human connection in promoting patient well-being was highlighted during the hospital visit.
By providing emotional support and companionship, the student and colleagues helped patients feel less
isolated and more supported. This lesson can be applied going forward by prioritizing human connection
in patient care, recognizing the importance of emotional support in the healing process.
