Textbook of Geriatric Psychiatry

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Textbook of Geriatric Psychiatry 3rd Edition
Editors: Dan G. Blazer, David C. Steffens & Ewald W. Busse
Pages: 596 Hard Cover:
ISBN: 1585620653
American Psychiatric Publishing 2004
List Price: $119.00

From the Publisher:

     Along with dramatic increases in our elderly population has come a virtual explosion of scientific knowledge about aging and the diseases of late life. This new knowledge, combined with advances in biological psychiatry and neuropsychiatry, has transformed the practice of geriatric psychiatry today.

     Considered the standard in its field, this Textbook is designed to provide both scholar and clinician with the current state of scientific understanding and the practical skills and knowledge base required for understanding mental disorders in late life. This volume's 54 scholars represent an eclectic mix of distinguished psychiatrists and colleagues from relevant biomedical and behavioral disciplines.

     Covering both important psychiatric disorders and normal ageing changes, all 32 chapters of this popular compendium have been scientifically reviewed and updated, with seven new chapters that examine the neuropsychological assessment of dementia; movement disorders in the elderly; personality disorders; agitation and suspiciousness; electroconvulsive therapy; working with the family of the older adult; and legal, ethical, and policy issues.

     Divided into five major parts, the Textbook's topics begin with the basic science of geriatric psychiatry, continue with the diagnostic interview and psychiatric disorders and treatment, and conclude with coverage of legal, ethical, and policy issues and the past and future of geriatric psychiatry.

     Meticulously indexed, this volume is intended primarily for psychiatrists and other health professionals interested in and committed to older adults. It will also prove valuable in the classroom for students and residents—and exceptionally valuable to candidates seeking board certification in geriatrics.

Table of Contents:

Part I. The Basic Science of Geriatric Psychiatry

Chapter 1. The Myth, History, and Science of Aging

Chapter 2. Demography and Epidemiology of Psychiatric Disorders in Late Life

Chapter 3. Physiological and Clinical Considerations of Geriatric Patient Care

Chapter 4. Neuroanatomy, Neurophysiology, and Neuropathology of Aging

Chapter 5. Chemical Messengers

Chapter 6. Genetics

Chapter 7. Psychological Aspects of Normal Aging

Chapter 8. Social and Economic Factors Related to Psychiatric Disorders in Late Life

Part II. The Diagnostic Interview in Late Life

Chapter 9. The Psychiatric Interview of Older Adults

Chapter 10. Use of the Laboratory in the Diagnostic Workup of Older Adults

Chapter 11. Neuropsychological Assessment of Dementia

Part III. Psychiatric Disorders in Late Life

Chapter 12. Cognitive Disorders

Chapter 13. Movement Disorders

Chapter 14. Mood Disorders

Chapter 15. Schizophrenia and Paranoid Disorders

Chapter 16. Anxiety and Panic Disorders

Chapter 17. Somatoform Disorders

Chapter 18. Sexual Disorders

Chapter 19. Bereavement and Adjustment Disorders

Chapter 20. Sleep and Circadian Rhythm Disorders

Chapter 21. Alcohol and Drug Problems

Chapter 22. Personality Disorders

Chapter 23. Agitation and Suspiciousness

Part IV. Treatment of Psychiatric Disorders in Late Life

Chapter 24. Psychopharmacology

Chapter 25. Electroconvulsive Therapy

Chapter 26. Diet, Nutrition, and Exercise

Chapter 27. Individual and Group Psychotherapy

Chapter 28. Working with the Family of the Older Adult

Chapter 29. Clinical Psychiatry in the Nursing Home

Chapter 30. The Continuum of Care: Movement Toward the Community

Part V. Special Topics

Chapter 31. Legal, Ethical, and Policy Issues

Chapter 32. The Past and Future of Geriatric Psychiatry

Index