Author: Simi Karton

Dr. Simi Karton currently resides in Los Angeles with her husband. This website is a voluntary work of Dr. Karton to provide people with useful health-related information with a straightforward approach.
Letter to Event Organizer Requesting Mental Health Excuse

Letter to Event Organizer Requesting Mental Health Excuse

#1 I am writing to request that you exempt me from attending the XYZ event scheduled for the coming Thursday. I have been feeling mentally stressed for the last couple of weeks and need a break from all work-related activities. I have been working under strict deadlines for the last two months. The workload has taken a toll on my...

Letter to Teacher Explaining Mental Health Absence

Letter to Teacher Explaining Mental Health Absence

#1 I am writing on behalf of my son, XYZ, who studies in grade seven in your class. I want to inform you about his recent absence from school during the last 2 days. He has been unable to attend his classes due to some mental health issues. My son has been going through a great deal of peer pressure....

Pain Diary Worksheet Template

Pain Diary Worksheet Template

Many people suffer from persistent pain due to different conditions, such as autoimmune diseases, old age, or injuries. They need to take medication or therapy to manage their pain. Doctors recommend the use of pain diary worksheets for such individuals. These help in keeping track of pain and the effectiveness of the remedies they use. Here are more details about...

Stomachache Excuse Note for One Day

Stomach ache Excuse Note for One Day

#1 This message serves as a formal request for today’s leave due to a stomach ache. I woke up this morning with vomiting and a loose motion. I cannot attend the office due to this. I had an appointment with the doctor, and he has suggested complete rest for a day. I have forwarded an email to HR too regarding...

Pregnancy note to employer

Pregnancy Note to Employer

#1 I am writing this message to inform you of my pregnancy and my leave’s intent. I am twenty weeks pregnant and intend to take maternity leave from [mention date]. According to the organization’s policy, I am authorized to take maternity leave until [mention date], except for unavoidable turns of events. Kindly have a look at the reports bearing pregnancy...

Letter to Employer Requesting Mental Health Leave

Letter to Employer Requesting Mental Health Leave

#1 I am writing to request a favor from you. Over the past few months, I have been facing increased anxiety levels due to a combination of personal and work-related factors. I, therefore, need some time off from work for the sake of my mental health. I have been feeling mentally exhausted and stressed. As a result, I fail to...

Activity Participation Form

Forms Commonly Used by Old Age Homes

#1 Resident Admission Form #2 Resident Medical History Form #3 Emergency Contact Form #4 Consent Form for Medical Treatment #5 Resident Care Plan Form #6 Meal Preference Form #7 Activity Participation Form #8 Financial Agreement Form #9 Visitor Log Form #10 Complaint Form

Medical Treatment Consent Form

Medical Treatment Consent Form

Medical treatment is important when one is sick. We all wish to remain healthy and hope for the same for our kids. Without proper health, one cannot function well. If your child is facing an illness, you will want them to get treated. A medical professional can pursue treatment according to the results of tests, consultations, etc. The patient must...

Home Exercise Program Worksheet

Home Exercise Program Worksheet

Most people opt for home workout sessions due to their busy routines. It is not easy for everyone to hit the gym regularly. However, we may struggle to organize a workout schedule at home. This is when a Home Exercise Program Worksheet comes in handy. Let’s discover more about the HEP worksheet and how to design it. What is a...

Letter to School Requesting Mental Health Services

Letter to School Requesting Mental Health Services

#1 I am the father of XYZ in Grade 10 at ABC School. As my child prepares for his final O-level exams, I wish to seek the school’s assistance in providing mental health services to him. All O-level students should be provided with support to help them deal with the mental stress associated with the upcoming exams. It is a...

Letter to Family Explaining Mental Health Journey

Letter to Family Explaining Mental Health Journey

#1 I hope this message finds you well. I’m writing to share something very personal with you. Being my parents, I must keep you in the loop regarding my highs and lows. This time, it is about one of the most depressing periods of my life. I have been suffering from postpartum depression for the past year. Although it has...

Letter to Therapist Updating Progress

Letter to Therapist Updating Progress

#1 I would like to take a moment to update you on my progress since our last therapy session. I have been actively practicing the coping strategies you advised. I must say, I have felt a noticeable improvement in my stress levels. I have been practicing deep breathing and yoga, as you recommended. Both techniques have enabled me to feel...

Maternity leave extension letter for Childcare

Maternity Leave Extension Letter for Childcare

#1 I hope you find this letter in a jovial mood. This letter aims to make you a formal request to extend my maternity leave due to my child’s poor health. I was supposed to rejoin the office on [mention date], but my child got pneumonia, and I cannot leave my child on the nurse’s behalf. I am not satisfied...

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Checklist (PCL) Form

Forms Used for Mental Health Assessment

#1 Clinical Interview Form #2 Symptom Checklist #3 Mental Status Examination (MSE) Form #4 Psychosocial History Form #5 Biopsychosocial Assessment Form #6 Risk Assessment Form #7 Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF) Scale #8 Cultural Formulation Interview (CFI) Form #9 Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7 (GAD-7) Form #10 Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Checklist (PCL) Form

Hypnosis Consent Form

Forms Used by Psychologists

#1 Informed Consent Form #2 Client Intake Form #3 Mental Health Assessment Form #4 Diagnostic Assessment Form #5 Treatment Plan Form #6 Progress Notes Form #7 Release of Information Form #8 Client Feedback Form #9 Behavioral Assessment Form #10 Cognitive Assessment Form #11 Personality Assessment Form #12 Risk Assessment Form #13 Parent-Teacher Conference Form #14 Group Therapy Informed Consent Form...

Health Insurance Information Form

Medical Forms Commonly Used by/for Students

Student Health Information Form Student Emergency Contact Form Student Medication Authorization Form Allergy Action Plan Asthma Action Plan Immunization Record Form Student Health Services Consent Form Permission for Over-the-Counter Medication Form Sunscreen Application Consent Form Special Diet Request Form Mental Health Evaluation Form Head Lice Notification and Treatment Consent Form Vision and Hearing Screening Form Individualized Healthcare Plan (IHP) Form...