Written for a broad range of mental health professionals, this book
explains why depression can be challenging to treat in older adults
and describes the most effective interventions. Noted geriatric
psychiatrist Gary J. Kennedy draws on extensive clinical experience
and research to present current best practices in pharmacotherapy,
psychotherapy, other psychosocial and lifestyle interventions, and
electroconvulsive therapy. Depressive disorders complicated by
psychosis, mania, dementia, and bereavement are addressed in detail,
as is suicide prevention. Kennedy emphasizes the importance of
integrating care across service settings and building strong
partnerships with patients and their families. Quick-reference tables
throughout the book distill critical elements of intervention. See
also the author's award-winning Geriatric Mental Health Care: A
Treatment Guide for Health Professionals, which provides a framework
for treating the most frequently encountered psychiatric problems in
this population.
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ISBN
9781462519880
Publisert
2015
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Vendor
The Guilford Press
Språk
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Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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