Learn about the key issues when assessing and treating older adults with mental health
problems: Expert guidance through the key topics Highlights the best assessment and treatment
practices Addresses diversity ethical and health system issues Full of real-life case
examples Resources in the appendix to test your knowledge More about the book Mental health
practitioners are encountering an ever-growing number of older adults and so an up-to-date and
comprehensive text addressing the special considerations that arise in the psychological
assessment and treatment of this population is vital. This accessible handbook does just that
by introducing the key topics that psychologists and other health professionals face when
working with older adults. Each area is introduced and then the special considerations for
older adults are explored including specific ethical and healthcare system issues. The use of
case examples brings the topics further to life. An important feature of the book is the
interweaving of diversity issues (culture race sexuality etc.) within the text to lend an
inclusive contemporary insight into these important practice components. The Pikes Peak
Geropsychology Knowledge and Skill Assessment Tool is included in an appendix so readers can
test their knowledge which will be helpful for those aiming for board certification in
geropsychology (ABGERO). This an ideal text for clinical psychologists transitioning to work
with older clients for those wanting to improve their knowledge for their regular practice
and for trainees or young clinicians just starting out.
