Mental Disorders in Older Adults, Second Edition: Fundamentals of Assessment and Treatment

Mental Disorders in Older Adults, Second Edition: Fundamentals of Assessment and Treatment
ISBN-10
146250891X
ISBN-13
9781462508914
Category
Psychology
Pages
468
Language
English
Published
2012-08-22
Publisher
Guilford Press
Authors
Steven H. Zarit, Judy M. Zarit

Description

Illustrated with abundant clinical material, this book provides essential knowledge and skills for effective mental health practice with older adults. It demonstrates how to evaluate and treat frequently encountered clinical problems in this population, including dementias, mood and anxiety disorders, and paranoid symptoms. Strategies are presented for implementing psychosocial interventions and integrating them with medications. The book also describes insightful approaches for supporting family caregivers and addresses the nuts and bolts of consulting in institutional settings. Combining their expertise as a researcher and an experienced clinician, the authors offer a unique perspective on the challenges facing older adults and how to help them lead more fulfilling and independent lives. Three reproducible forms can also be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size.

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