Practical Psychiatry of Old Age Author:John Wattis, Stephen Curran Now greatly expanded and completely updated, "Practical Psychiatry of Old Age, Fourth Edition" is ideal as a clinical primer for those in training, or as a day to day reference for healthcare professionals working with older people. The book describes in detail the main psychiatric conditions encountered in old age and their management with many... more » useful brief case histories to illustrate the practical realities of working in this area. In addition, it offers a comprehensive approach to the assessment and management of psychiatric disorders in old age and provides an introduction to the development and management of services. It supports a truly multi-disciplinary approach in line with modern developments, including the new government guidelines on older people's mental health services.« less