Geriatric Psychiatry

Midlife sleep trouble predicts poorer well-being 9 years later, especially for women. Here's why clinicians should ask about sleep and menopause triggers.

A panel of experts presented new consensus recommendations focused on the screening, diagnosis, and treatment of tardive dyskinesia among older adults in long-term care settings.

MapLight Therapeutics advances treatment for Alzheimer disease psychosis with FDA Fast Track designation for ML-007C-MA, targeting hallucinations and delusions.

Postoperative delirium often goes unrecognized, especially in older patients. Early detection and intervention are crucial for better outcomes.

This week's research on semaglutide, tips on study trial analysis, and issues in older adult psychiatry.

Tardive dyskinesia significantly impacts older adults in long-term care, necessitating timely recognition and effective treatment strategies for improved quality of life.

Geriatric psychiatry navigates complex capacity evaluations, balancing patient autonomy with legal implications in decision-making for older adults.

Explore the complexities of insomnia in older adults, its impact on health, and effective management strategies for improved sleep quality.

Discover how advanced diagnostic tools enhance the accuracy of dementia assessments, leading to better treatment strategies and patient outcomes.

New research reveals that benzodiazepines and antipsychotics increase mortality risk in hospice patients with Alzheimer disease and dementia.

Review the September Special Report with articles on geriatric psychiatry, from a variety of experts.

Late-life depression poses unique challenges, impacting cognitive function and requiring tailored treatment strategies for older adults.

Explore the challenges and strategies of deprescribing in geriatric psychiatry to enhance patient safety and reduce polypharmacy risks.

Geriatric psychiatry faces a growing demand for care. Collaborative models enhance access and improve outcomes for older adults with mental health needs.

Apathy significantly affects cognitive impairment patients, yet remains underrecognized. Discover effective assessment and treatment strategies for improved outcomes.

Explore innovative treatments in geriatric psychiatry, focusing on neuroplastic symptoms and emotional awareness therapy for older adults' chronic pain.