Mental Health, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and the Ageing Process
This book brings together findings from research and clinical practice, with comprehensive coverage of the important aspects of mental health in ageing persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It is crucial for professionals involved in the care of persons with all intellectual and...
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Format: | eBook |
Language: | English |
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Springer International Publishing
2021, 2021
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Edition: | 2nd ed. 2021 |
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Collection: | Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- 1. Introduction Overview of Aging, Emotional Health, and Behavior
- 2. Prevalence of Mental, Behavioral, and Neurobehavioral Disorders Among Older People with Intellectual Disabilities
- 3. Psychopathology and Older Age
- 4. Assessment of Behavioral and Psychiatric Disorders
- 5. Depression in Adults and Aging Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
- 6. Behavioral and Psychiatric Overlays from Physical and Medical Conditions
- 7. Emotional Health and Aging in Adults with Down Syndrome
- SECTION II: TREATMENTS AND INTERVENTIONS. -10. Psychotherapy and Other Psychological Interventions. -11. Aging-Related Behavioral Interventions. -12. Psychotropic Medications. -12. Legal, Ethical and Due Process Issues. -13. Dynamics o f Bereavement and Grief Reactions. -14. Psychosocial Concerns Among Ageing Family Carers. -SECTION III: SERVICE SYSTEM ISSUES. -14. Community Mental Health and Support Services: Planning Principles and Models. -15. Prevention Strategies and Community Education. -16. Nursing roles. -17. Future Directions and Challenges. Possible New Chapters in 2nd Edition 1.Self-advocacy and Carers perspectives 2. Aging in specific syndromes, e.g down syndrome, Prader-Willi, Fragile X. 3. Dementia- specific chapter 4. Role of genetics in aging in persons with ID.