Clinical Manual of Geriatric Psychopharmacology, 2nd ed

Abstract

(from the jacket) Practice in the geriatric population presents a unique challenge, as this population is more heterogeneous, more affected by changing pharmacokinetics as a function of aging, more likely to involve subclinical syndromes, and more frequently concerned with drug interactions than in general psychopharmacology. The book, "Clinical Manual of Geriatric Psychopharmacology", integrates evidence relating to geriatric psychiatry and pharmacology with specific prescribing details to guide practice. Written by three experienced geriatric psychopharmacologists, this volume covers not only basic pharmacology and major classes of psychotropics but also controversial topics, such as the changing use of antipsychotic medications in elderly patients with dementia. It includes specific details on initiation and titration of medications, consensus treatment guidelines, reproductions of diagnostic scales, algorithms for workup and management of clinical problems, figures illustrating drug mechanisms, and links to Web sites relating to drug interactions, patient education information, and other topics. The book, "Clinical Manual of Geriatric Psychopharmacology", is a valuable reference text and learning tool for psychiatrists, geriatricians, internists, family practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, nurse practitioners, fellows, residents, and students. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2012 APA, all rights reserved) (jacket)