Tailoring the mental health assessment to older adults

Nurse Pract. 2023 Jan 1;48(1):10-18. doi: 10.1097/01.NPR.0000902992.34389.1f.

Abstract

This article discusses selected considerations for mental health assessment in older adults. Adopting a biopsychosocial model and trauma-informed approach to care creates a safe structure for a more comprehensive assessment. Selecting appropriate tools to improve diagnostic reasoning sets the foundation for further workup and tailored interventions.

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Humans
  • Mental Health*