distress thermometers

Distress thermometers are simple screening tools used by healthcare providers to quickly assess a person's emotional well-being. They typically look like a small thermometer scale, ranging from 0 (no distress) to 10 (extremely distressed). Patients mark the level that best reflects how they are feeling, helping clinicians identify those who may need further emotional support or mental health care. This tool provides a quick, easy way to gauge emotional distress, especially in medical settings, and ensures that emotional health is addressed alongside physical health.