message /ˈmesɪdʒ/:

پیام

The key message I want you to take home is that you are not alone in this, and effective help is available.

method /ˈmeθəd/:

روش، متد

The most effective method for an initial mental health consultation is to start with broad, open-ended questions.

might /maɪt/:

ممکن است

I understand you might find it difficult to talk about these feelings, but I am here to listen without judgment.

mild /maɪld/:

خفیف

Even mild symptoms of depression can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life if they persist.

mind /maɪnd/:

ذهن، فکر

Can you tell me what has been on your mind lately?

minor /ˈmaɪnər/:

جزئی، کم‌اهمیت

Sometimes, what seems like a minor issue can be the final straw that affects a person's mental well-being.

miss /mɪs/:

از دست دادن

Have you had to miss any work or social events because of how you've been feeling?

missing /ˈmɪsɪŋ/:

مفقود، گمشده

The patient reported feeling that a sense of joy was missing from his life.

mistake /mɪˈsteɪk/:

اشتباه

It is not a mistake to ask for help; in fact, it is a sign of great strength.

mix /mɪks/:

ترکیب

It's very common to feel a mix of emotions, such as sadness and anger, at the same time.

mixed /mɪkst/:

مختلط

The patient gave a mixed account, stating that he has good days and very bad days.

model /ˈmɒdl/:

مدل، الگو

We use a collaborative care model, which means we will work together with therapists and you to form a plan.

modern /ˈmɒdən/:

نوین، مدرن

Modern approaches to mental health emphasize a combination of therapy, lifestyle changes, and medication if needed.

moment /ˈmoʊmənt/:

لحظه

Let's take a moment to just sit with that feeling. There is no need to rush.

monitor (v.) /ˈmɒnɪtər/:

تحت نظر گرفتن

We will monitor your mood closely over the next few weeks to see how you respond to the treatment.

month /mʌnθ/:

ماه

You mentioned that you have been feeling this way for over a month; was there any particular trigger around that time?

mood /muːd/:

خُلق، حالت روحی

Can you describe your general mood over the past few weeks?

moral /ˈmɒrəl/:

اخلاقی

As a doctor, I have a moral and professional duty to ask about your safety if you are feeling very low.

mostly /ˈmoʊstli/:

اغلب، بیشتر

Do you feel this way all the time, or is it mostly in the evenings?

move /muːv/:

حرکت کردن، پیش رفتن

The first step is to acknowledge how you feel; then we can move towards a plan to help you feel better.

movement /ˈmuːvmənt/:

جنبش، حرکت

A key sign of severe depression can be psychomotor slowing, which is a slowing down of thought and physical movement.

Affect /ˈæfekt/:

عاطفه، حالت چهره

Although the patient reported a low mood, her affect was bright and reactive, which was an interesting finding.

Anhedonia /ˌænhɪˈdoʊniə/:

آنهدونیا، بی‌لذتی

A key symptom of depression is anhedonia, so I need to ask: are you still enjoying the hobbies you used to love?

Insight /ˈɪnsaɪt/:

بینش

The patient has good insight into his condition and is highly motivated to engage with therapy.

Mental State Examination (MSE) /ˈmentl steɪt ɪɡˌzæmɪˈneɪʃn/:

معاینه وضعیت روانی

A formal Mental State Examination includes assessing a patient's appearance, mood, affect, and thought content.

Mood /muːd/:

خُلق

The central question in this consultation is to assess the patient's mood, which he describes as "persistently low".

Psychotherapy / Talking Therapy /ˌsaɪkoʊˈθerəpi/:

روان‌درمانی / گفتاردرمانی

I believe you would benefit greatly from psychotherapy, as it can provide you with coping mechanisms for these feelings.

Referral to Psychiatry /rɪˈfɜːrəl tuː saɪˈkaɪətri/:

ارجاع به روانپزشکی

Due to the complexity of the symptoms, a referral to psychiatry is the most appropriate next step.

Risk Assessment /rɪsk əˈsesmənt/:

ارزیابی خطر

A crucial part of any mental health consultation is a risk assessment, which includes asking directly about suicidal ideation.

Stigma /ˈstɪɡmə/:

انگ، ننگ اجتماعی

The stigma surrounding mental health can make it very difficult for people to ask for help, so your coming here today is a brave step.

Suicidal Ideation /ˌsuːɪˈsaɪdl ˌaɪdiˈeɪʃn/:

افکار خودکشی

I need to ask a direct and important question: have you had any suicidal ideation or thoughts of harming yourself?