Psychological & Behavioral Assessments for Chronic disease Care
Specialized psychological and behavioral assessments for people living with chronic conditions such as diabetes in Kenya. Our services are designed to support children, adolescents, young adults, and families by addressing the emotional, behavioral, and social aspects of chronic illness care.
Diabetes Emotional & Psychological Assessment
We assess the emotional impact of living with diabetes, including:
- Diabetes distress
- Diabetes burnout
- Fear of hypoglycemia
- Adjustment to diagnosis
Self-Management & Behavior Assessment
We evaluate daily care behaviors to identify barriers and strengths:
- Adherence
- Monitoring habits
- Nutrition and lifestyle patterns
- Barriers to effective management
Mental Health Screening for Chronic Illness
We screen for common mental health concerns linked to chronic conditions:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress and coping challenges
- Behavioral concerns in children
Cognitive & Learning Assessments (Children & Teens)
We assess how cognitive and learning factors affect diabetes care:
Health literacy
Attention and executive functioning
Learning difficulties
School-related challenges
Family & Caregiver Assessment
We explore family dynamics that influence management:
- Caregiver stress and burnout
- Family communication
- Parenting approaches
- Role distribution in care
Transition Readiness Assessment (Adolescents & Young Adults)
We support young people transitioning to independent care and adult health services.
What we assess:
- Knowledge of disease and treatment
- Confidence in self-management
- Decision-making skills
- Emotional readiness for independence
- Communication with healthcare providers