Psychopathology in Later Adulthood (Hardcover)

A comprehensive review of psychopathology in older adults–combining theory, research, and practice

The tremendous growth of the aging population has dramatically increased the importance of clinical geropsychology as a major area of research, theory, and practice. The unique ways in which psychological disorders manifest in the later years of life create special challenges for professionals working with older clients. Edited by a well-known expert in aging, and with contributions from leading clinical researchers, Psychopathology in Later Adulthood addresses the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment issues health professionals encounter in late adulthood.

Combining theory, research, and case examples, this book explores both the physical and cognitive changes that occur as adults age. Each chapter focuses on a specific disorder and includes a relevant clinical case study, which is integrated into the substantive content. Some of the subjects covered are:

• Personality, anxiety, mood, and sexual disorders
• Dementia
• Suicide
• Substance abuse disorders
• Schizophrenia and related disorders
• Sleep-related disorders
• General principles of therapy

Thorough and practical, Psychopathology in Later Adulthood provides the reader with the insight needed to understand and successfully treat the complex aspects of aging.

General

Imprint:	John Wiley & Sons
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	October 2000
First published:	2000
Authors:	S.K. Whitbourne
Dimensions:	263 x 186 x 26mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	384
ISBN-13:	978-0-471-19359-3
Categories:	Books > Medicine > Clinical & internal medicine > Geriatric medicine Books > Medicine > Other branches of medicine > Psychiatry Books > Social sciences > Psychology > Philosophy & theory of psychology > Psychoanalysis & psychoanalytical theory Books > Medicine > Other branches of medicine > Clinical psychology > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social groups & communities > Age groups > Adults > Elderly
LSN:	0-471-19359-3
Barcode:	9780471193593

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