The American Psychiatric Association Publishing Textbook of Geriatric Psychiatry

Over the course of more than two decades and five previous editions, The
American Psychiatric Association Publishing Textbook of Geriatric Psychiatry has
established itself as a foundational resource in the field.

This new
edition retains the multidisciplinary and developmental perspectives of its
predecessors, drawing on the knowledge not only of psychiatrists but also of
relevant biomedical and behavioral experts in order to present the most
comprehensive approach to patient care.

It has been extensively updated to
reflect the latest scientific advances and clinical developments in the field.
Not only will readers find the most up-to-date information on phenomenology,
diagnosis, and assessment of late-life mental disorders, they will also access
the latest research on psychotherapeutic, psychopharmacological, and other
somatic treatments. A dedicated chapter delves into the role of
technology-including digital phenotyping, wearables, digital and Web-based
neurocognitive testing, and more-in aiding the geriatric mental health workforce
and improving both access to care and ongoing support.

Throughout the
book, several sections also candidly examine the impact of COVID-19, and its
attendant social isolation, on older adult mental health and the evolution of
treatment approaches, revealing insights learned about telepsychiatry and care
in nursing homes during the pandemic.

Chapters on the legal and ethical
factors in the psychiatric care of older adults close out the book, the most
exhaustive on the topic. Extensively researched and with key points for ease of
reference, this edition will equip both the scholar and the clinician with the
current state of scientific understanding as well as the practical skills and
knowledge base required for dealing with mental disorders in late life.