Geriatric Mental Health Care: A Treatment Guide for Health Professionals (Paperback)

Contents1. Introduction to the Geriatric Imperative2. Depression and Anxiety3. The Dementias4. Psychosis and Mania5. Sleep Disturbances6. Personality, Somatoform,and Pain Disorders7. Individual Psychotherapies for Older Adults8. Adapting Principles of Marital, Group, and Family Therapy to the Needs of Older Patients9. Sexuality10. Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Self-Injurious Behaviors11. Alcohol and Substance Abuse12. Recognition and Reduction of Suicide Risk13.Mental Health Consultation in the General Hospital, Home, or Nursing Facility14. Legal and Ethical Issues15. Advice on Exercise and Nutrition