| Mental Disorders in Older Adults: Fundamentals of Assessment and Treatment Contributor(s): Zarit, Steven H. (Author), Zarit, Judy M. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1572309466 ISBN-13: 9781572309463 Publisher: Guilford Publications OUR PRICE: $111.15 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2006 Annotation: Based on the authors' extensive experience in the field, this essential guide provides practitioners with the latest information on the aging process, its effects on mental health, and how older adults can be helped to lead healthier, happier, and more independent lives. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Psychopathology - General - Psychology | Developmental - Adulthood & Aging - Social Science | Gerontology |
| Dewey: 618.976 |
| LCCN: 2006009239 |
| Physical Information: 1.09" H x 6.38" W x 9.36" (1.78 lbs) 468 pages |
| Themes: - Generational Orientation - Elderly/Aged |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher 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. |