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Geriatric Psychiatry

The latest techniques for helping elderly patients
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    February 17, 2025
    By Elizabeth (EJ) Santos, MD, MPH

    Complexities of Elder Abuse

    Elder abuse often hides in plain sight. Dr. Elizabeth Santos unpacks its complexities—how to recognize the subtle signs, distinguish abuse from mental health conditions, and intervene effectively. Learn key strategies to protect vulnerable older adults and ensure their voices are heard.

  • January 1, 2025
    By Paroma Mitra, MD.

    Which Leisure Activities Can Lower Dementia Risk?

    Can the way you spend your free time protect your brain? New findings suggest leisure activities may reduce the risk of developing dementia.

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    January 1, 2025
    By Talya Shahal, MD.

    Linking Alzheimer’s and Depression in Patients after Fifty

    Depression could be an early sign of Alzheimer’s— it’s always a good idea to monitor cognition in older adults with depression.

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  • January 1, 2025
    By Julia Cromwell, MD

    Evidence-Based Options for Treatment-Resistant Depression in Older Adults

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    January 1, 2025
    By Carmen Andreescu, MD

    Managing Treatment-Resistant Anxiety Disorders in Older Adults

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    January 1, 2025
    By Rehan Aziz, MD

    Breaking the Silence: Addressing the Hidden Crisis of Elder Abuse

  • October 1, 2024
    By Aniruddha Deka, MD

    Rapid Initiation of Extended-Release Buprenorphine

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    CME Post-Test, Health Equity, CGPR, October/November/December 2024

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    By Stephanie Collier, MD

    News of Note: Donanemab Gains FDA Approval for Early Alzheimer’s Treatment

  • October 1, 2024
    By Kathryn Kieran, MSN, PMHNP-BC

    High-Dose Aspirin and Age Are the Only Convincing Depression Risk Factors in Late Life

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    By Kathryn Martin, MD, MPH

    Moderate Alcohol Use and ­Cognitive Decline

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    By Shireen Wissa, PharmD

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    October 1, 2024
    By Carmen G. Black, MD, MHS

    Reevaluating Diagnosis Criteria for Minoritized Populations

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    January 23, 2025
    By Stephanie Collier, MD

    Distinguishing the Three Ds (Delirium, Dementia, Depression)

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    How to Treat Depression in Older Adults

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    Deprescribing Anti-anxiety Meds in Older Adults

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