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Axis II diagnoses in geriatric inpatients.

D A Casey1, C J Schrodt

  • 1Norton Psychiatric Clinic, University of Louisville School of Medicine, KY 40232-5070.

Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry and Neurology
|April 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

Personality disorders are understudied in older adults. A review of 100 elderly inpatients found that 7% had a personality disorder diagnosis, and 16% showed personality disorder traits.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Psychiatry
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Limited research exists on personality disorders in elderly populations.
  • Understanding these disorders in older adults is crucial for effective treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of personality disorders in elderly inpatients.
  • To identify the occurrence of personality disorder traits in this demographic.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective review of 100 consecutive inpatient admissions of elderly patients.
  • Analysis of Axis II diagnoses, specifically focusing on personality disorders and traits.

Main Results:

  • 7% of elderly inpatients received a formal Axis II diagnosis of personality disorder.
  • 16% of the study cohort exhibited personality disorder traits.

Conclusions:

  • Personality disorders represent a significant, though often overlooked, diagnostic category in elderly inpatients.
  • Further research is warranted to explore the clinical implications and management of personality disorders in aging individuals.

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