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Oct 2023
16m 24s

3 D's of Geriatric Psychiatry

Pocket Psychiatry: A Carlat Podcast
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Both common, yet elusive, symptoms of depression, dementia, and delirium may overlap in older adults, which provides a diagnostic challenge. Even more confounding, these three disorders, the three Ds of geriatric psychiatry, frequently present simutaneously. In this episode, we will review key features to help distinguish between these disorders and provide some tips on their management.

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Published On: 10/09/23

Duration: 16 minutes, 24 seconds

Stephanie Collier, MD, and Neha Jain, MD have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activity.

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