Mental Health in Older People in Practice (In Practice S.) - Softcover

The simplicity of the layout, the clear language used, the logical sequence of the materials and the case-studies, made this an attractive volume to read.
Community Practitioner

A useful synopsis
The Ulster Medical Journal

This is an excellent publication which...should not only be in every practice library but in every practice consulting room and nurse's treatment room.
International Journal of Experimental, Clinical and Behavioural Gerontology

This book gives a comprehensive, relevant medical overview of the subject area. It provides concise factual material packaged in an easily accessible manner. This will make a useful reference for nurses who work in this area and others who require some quick guidance on medical aspects of care.
Nursing Standard, 2003

As the percentage of the total population that is ages over 65 years continues to increase, so will the number of cases of dementia, depression and other mental health complaints. This concise book provides information on the diagnosis and management of various mental health disorders, the members of the multidisciplinary team and the legal and ethical issues surrounding this subject. The book also includes many of the psychiatric assessments and rating scales that are used by clinicians as diagnostic tools.