Geriatric and Pediatric Psychiatry

Geriatric Psychiatry:

Geriatric psychiatry is a specialty that focuses on the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in older adults. These disorders can include dementia, sleep disturbances, anxiety, late-life depression, and psychosis. With appropriate treatment, seniors can effectively manage these disorders, improving both their mental health and overall quality of life.

Signs and Symptoms in Geriatric Psychiatry:

• Grief over the loss of a spouse, family member, or friend
• Severe depression or anxiety that interferes with daily functioning
• Intense fear of terminal illness or death
• Behavioral issues such as agitation, repetitive actions, mood swings, or outbursts
• Lack of self-esteem or confidence
• Feelings of loneliness, isolation, and lack of purpose

Pediatric Psychiatry:

Pediatric psychiatry is a specialty dedicated to understanding the biological, psychological, and social factors that contribute to mental, emotional, and behavioral health issues in children and adolescents. Psychiatric disorders in children are common but often go undiagnosed.

Common Psychiatric Disorders in Children and Adolescents:

• ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
• OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)
• Conduct Disorder (CD)
• Anxiety Disorders
• Depression
• Tourette Syndrome
• PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
• ODD (Oppositional Defiant Disorder)