Handbook of Old Age Liaison Psychiatry

This handbook provides practical and essential information on old age liaison psychiatry in the general hospital setting, covering assessment and management of mental health, emotional and psychological challenges, and integration of mental and physical health. It is an essential guide for hospital clinicians across all specialties.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 346 pages
Publication date: 11 April 2024
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

This comprehensive and indispensable new handbook offers practical and essential guidance on the field of old age liaison psychiatry in the general hospital setting, designed to be utilized in daily practice. Spanning the assessment and management of mental health concerns among older individuals, it addresses the most prevalent day-to-day clinical presentations and conditions. The book provides a unique and invaluable perspective into the emotional and psychological challenges that older people and their families encounter during hospitalization, particularly when navigating both physical health and social crises. Featuring contributions from a diverse array of experts from various medical and psychiatric specialties, the book delves into topics such as service development, technology utilization, ethical considerations, safeguarding procedures, and evidence-based practices for effective management. It sheds light on the integration of mental and physical health care for older individuals and emphasizes the importance of holistic management, encompassing all aspects of care and their impact on mental well-being. Serving as an essential guide for hospital clinicians across all specialties, this handbook is a valuable resource for enhancing the care and outcomes of older patients in the hospital setting.

Weight: 487g
ISBN-13: 9781108408516