Geriatric Psychiatry

Geriatric psychiatry is a branch of psychiatry that focuses on the mental health care of older adults. It deals with the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a variety of mental and emotional conditions that may occur in the aging population, including depression, dementia, anxiety, and Alzheimer’s disease. Geriatric psychiatry aims to improve quality of life and well-being of elderly individuals by providing interventions that reduce distress and enable them to live more meaningful lives. With an aging population, geriatric psychiatry can help the elderly population manage their mental health concerns and enjoy a better quality of life.