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3.3. Mental Health and Neurocognitive Assessment
COR LOE
Recommendations
1 C-LD
1. Adults with congenital heart disease should be assessed for
mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and
post-traumatic stress disorder, to identify those who may
benefit from mental health services.
2a C-LD
2. For adults with congenital heart disease who have mental health
concerns, referral to a mental health clinician can be beneficial
to improve psychological symptoms and quality of life.
2b B-NR
3. For adults with congenital heart disease, neuropsychological
testing may be considered to guide therapies that enhance
academic, behavioral, psychosocial, and adaptive functioning.
2b C-LD
4. For adults with congenital heart disease, evaluation for
cognitive decline and frailty may be considered to identify
patients who can benefit from additional support.
