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Journal of Geriatric Mental Health
ISSN 2348-9995 · Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications · 274 artikel di indeks
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Algorithmic approach to refractory auditory hallucinations in the geriatric population
Auditory hallucinations can occur in normal senior adults or indicate serious medical illness. No algorithm exists for approaching auditory hallucinations in the medical literature, which can confuse the practicing physician. We developed an algorithm to implement a systematic, step-by-step…
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Comprehensive neurocognitive assessment in late-onset depression: A hospital-based cross-sectional comparative study
Background: Late-onset depression, defined as the first major depressive episode at ≥60 years, is linked with distinct neurocognitive impairments. Despite strong international evidence, comprehensive control-matched comparative studies in the Indian population are scarce. Objective: The objective…
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A fresh look at the hidden epidemic of substance use in the elderly – An Indian perspective
Population ageing is emerging as a critical determinant of substance use patterns worldwide. Aging, in general, has imminent public health implications for countries (such as India) that are undergoing rapid demographic transit. The elderly population represents a growing but under-examined group…
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Use of adjunctive endoxifen in older adults with mania: A clinical case audit
Background: Management of acute mania in older adults is challenging due to multiple medical comorbidities and age-related changes affecting drug safety and tolerability. Although lithium and sodium valproate are standard treatments, their use in later life is often limited by renal, metabolic, and…
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Euthanasia request of an older adult due to tiredness of life
Tiredness of life has been considered a valid criterion for granting euthanasia, particularly in older adults with multiple comorbidities. An 80- year-old divorced man living alone, Mr A, with no history of psychiatric disease, went by his own initiative to the emergency room where he expressed the…
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The psychiatrization of negative emotions
It is of the utmost importance to distinguish psychiatric illness from normal negative emotions. An 82-year-old man without a history of psychiatric disease was committed for a suicide attempt and medicated with an antidepressant. At reevaluation, no psychopathology was present. Medication was…
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Burden and factors associated with depression in residents of old age homes in a town in West Bengal: A cross sectional study
Background: Depression among older adults is often underrecognized and undertreated, leading to significant physical morbidities. Depression in older adults can have significant implications, such as cognitive decline, suicide risk, impairment in activities of daily living (ADL), and socialization…
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Challenges in diagnosis and management in elderly presenting with very late-onset psychiatric symptoms and N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor autoimmune encephalitis
N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor (NMDAR) encephalitis presents with psychiatric and neurological symptoms at various stages of the disease course. We present the case of a 70-year-old elderly woman with hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and a family history of psychotic disorder in her son with an…
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Endoxifen for behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia and hypersexuality
The behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) are neuropsychiatric symptoms that accompany the syndrome of dementia. Research indicates that increased protein kinase C (PKC) signaling is one of the earliest changes observed in the pathology of Alzheimer’s disease dementia. Endoxifen…
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Gambling habits and gambling disorder in elderly community members: A comprehensive study
Background: The prevalence of gambling has been increasing in recent decades in Portugal. It is associated with risk factors such as loneliness, depression, and substance abuse such as alcohol and tobacco. In Portugal, there are few studies on individuals over 65 years old, and there is a total…
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Delusional parasitosis: Clinical profile and treatment outcomes – A study from Kashmir
Introduction: Delusional parasitosis (DP), also known as Ekbom’s syndrome, is a rare disorder characterized by an unshakeable conviction of being infested with parasites or small worms. The objective of this study is to study the clinical profile and treatment outcomes of patients presenting to the…
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A scoping review of scales and instruments to assess satisfaction in treatment-seeking geriatric population
Background and Aim: Assessment of treatment satisfaction through scales and instruments enables to quantify the varied aspects of satisfaction, on which interventional pursuits can be based. The aim of this study is to find out the validated instruments that have been used for the treatment…
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Prospective analysis of delirium risk in geriatric femur fracture patients using the Nottingham Hip Fracture Score
Background: Delirium is a common and serious complication in geriatric patients following femur fractures, yet risk stratification remains understudied. Identifying modifiable risk factors is critical for improving clinical outcomes. Methods: This prospective observational study enrolled 30 elderly…
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Healing beyond medications: A case series on nonpharmacological interventions for dementia in residential memory care home
Dementia is a progressive condition that dramatically affects cognitive abilities and daily functioning, often creating a considerable strain on caregivers. While there are medications available, they mainly provide symptomatic relief. This case series explores the clinical progression of three…
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Perceived stress and caregiver burden among dementia caregivers in a tertiary mental healthcare setting
Introduction: Old age was an inevitable stage in the human life cycle. The occurrence of age-associated disease, dementia, was increasing and causing disharmony in the ability to meet needs effectively and become long-term dependent on their caregivers for daily needs. Caregivers face many…
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Spiritual and gratitude practices on cognitive functioning and subjective well-being in elderly: A comparative study between high- and low-engagement groups
Background: Positive aging is becoming a global concern as the geriatric population is increasing. There is a growing interest in identifying factors that influence the maintenance and preservation of cognitive functioning and well-being in the geriatric community. Among these, spiritual and…