Guide to the Psychiatry of Old Age [Paperback]

David Ames (Author), Edmond Chiu (Author), James Lindesay (Author), Kenneth I. Shulman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 16, 2010 | ISBN-10: 052168191X | ISBN-13: 978-0521681919 | Edition: 1

With rapid ageing of the world's population, psychiatry of old age has become a crucial discipline. This succinct guide to the scope and practice of the psychiatry of old age provides an up-to-date summary of existing knowledge, best practice and future challenges for the specialty, from a global perspective. From definitions and demography to epidemiology, aetiology, and principles of assessment, diagnosis and management, each chapter is sharp, clear and practical, enhanced by tables and diagrams for quick assimilation and reference on the ward or in the clinic. As well as the main psychiatric conditions encountered in old age, coverage also includes legal and ethical issues, and the neglected topic of alcohol and drug abuse in the elderly. Written by leading clinicians, teachers and researchers and offering a much-needed international focus, this compact guide is essential reading for practising psychiatrists and geriatricians, as well as trainees, nurses and medical students.

Editorial Reviews

Review

'Guide to the Psychiatry of Old Age leaves you hungry to read and learn more rather than putting you off. In addition, it instils an enthusiasm and optimism for the practise of old age psychiatry, something which is often missing from the larger more detailed texts. Indeed the 'clinical pearl' paragraphs included in the assessment chapter exemplify this in giving tips that one might only garner practically when in the company of a highly experienced and clinically proficient senior. Thus, in conclusion, I can thoroughly recommend this book to trainees, students or even experienced professionals with an interest in psychiatry of old age.' International Psychogeriatrics

'... I can thoroughly recommend this book to trainees, students or even experienced professionals with an interest in the psychiatry of old age.' The Journal of Psychogeriatrics

Book Description

This succinct guide to the scope and practice of the psychiatry of old age provides an up-to-date summary of existing knowledge, best practice and future challenges, from a global perspective. Written by leading clinicians, teachers and researchers, this is essential reading for psychiatrists and geriatricians, trainees, nurses and medical students.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 158 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press; 1 edition (August 16, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 052168191X
• ISBN-13: 978-0521681919
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,717,533 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)