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Hallucinations in Older Adults: A Practical Review
Johanna C Badcock1,2, Frank Larøi3,4,5, Karina Kamp6
1School of Psychological Science, University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia.
Schizophrenia Bulletin
|July 9, 2020
Summary
Hallucinations in older adults are often under-recognized due to stigma and misunderstanding. This review addresses workforce training, assessment tools, and management strategies to improve care for elderly individuals experiencing hallucinations.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Psychiatry
- Neurology
Background:
- Hallucinations in older adults occur across various health contexts.
- Stigma and misunderstanding lead to under-recognition and inadequate care.
- Healthcare professionals require enhanced training and resources for this demographic.
Purpose of the Study:
- To increase knowledge of hallucinations in older adults.
- To provide a practical resource for the health and aged-care workforce.
- To review workforce competency, assessment tools, and management guidelines.
Main Methods:
- Concise narrative review and critique.
- Analysis of workforce competency and training.
- Evaluation of assessment tools and management guidelines.
Main Results:
- Significant gaps exist in professional training and practice regarding older adult hallucinations.
- Current assessment tools and management guidelines require critical review.
- There is a need for improved understanding and recognition of these experiences.
Conclusions:
- Enhanced training and competency are crucial for healthcare professionals.
- Improved assessment tools and updated management guidelines are necessary.
- Further research and service development are recommended to support older adults with hallucinations.
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