Mental Illness in the Aging Population
As the global population ages, mental health issues among older adults have become a growing concern. Mental illness in the aging population encompasses a range of disorders that can significantly impact the quality of life. This course explores the types, prevalence, causes, and treatment of mental illnesses in older adults, with a focus on the unique challenges and considerations in this demographic.
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Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify common mental health disorders.
- Describe risk factors for developing mental illness in older adults.
- Explain the challenges in diagnosing mental illness in older adults.
- List considerations related to pharmacotherapy for mental illness in older adults.
Curriculum
Chapter 1: Mental Illness in Older Adults
Chapter 2: Causes and Risk Factors
Chapter 3: Diagnosis and Assessment
Chapter 4: Treatment and Management
Chapter 5: Prevention and Early Intervention
Chapter 6: Impact of Medications Used for Treatment of Mental Illness in Older Adults
Chapter 7: Best Practices for Managing Long-Term Care Residents with Mental Illness
Price: $30.00
Contact Hours: 2.5
Course Author
Carey Peerman
Dr. Peerman earned her Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership from Concordia University Chicago (2019), a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Radford University (2001), and a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Radford University (1998). She is a Fellow in the American College of Health Care Executives, a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, and a Registered Nurse. Additionally, Dr. Peerman also holds certificates in Healthcare Administration- Long Term Care from Mary Baldwin College, Executive Leadership from The University of Notre Dame, Six Sigma Green Belt/Lean DFSS from Aventa, a certificate in Gerontology from The University of Texas-Austin and is a Certified Quality Professional. She also serves as a Healthcare Consultant and is owner of Clear Edge Consulting, LLC. She is the author of Authentic Leadership: Your Journey to a Five-Star Career and The Resilient Leader: A Foundational Guide to Developing Resilient Leadership Vol.1.
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