SPOTLIGHT -
Raising the Bar on Geriatric Mental Health Competency Training
The authors make the case for national education mandates from accreditation organizations and congressional support to require enhanced education of all clinicians who care for older adults.
Cultural Issues in Treating Geriatric Patients With Mental Illness
The cultural aspects of treating patients are similar for all age-groups, but certain themes have greater relevance with the elderly.
Cultural Influences in Psychiatric Treatment
In what ways does culture impact treatments of depression? This case study follows the progress of "Mrs. H," a 77-year-old African-American female.