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Perspectives on psychotherapy with the elderly

The American Journal of Psychiatry

|March 1, 1981

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Psychotherapy for older adults is often misunderstood. This paper clarifies concepts, techniques, and historical views to improve psychotherapeutic approaches for the elderly.

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Area of Science:

Geriatric psychology
Clinical psychology
Psychotherapy research

Background:

Historical perspectives on psychotherapy with older adults are often inconsistent and stereotyped.
Misinformation frequently surrounds the role and efficacy of psychotherapy in geriatric populations.

Observation:

Older adults present unique considerations in psychotherapeutic settings.
Stereotypes can impede effective therapeutic interventions for the elderly.

Findings:

This paper reviews key concepts and techniques relevant to psychotherapy with older individuals.
It examines the process and historical evolution of psychotherapeutic work in later life.

Implications:

Establishing a clearer perspective on psychotherapy for the elderly is crucial.

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Improved understanding can enhance the efficacy of mental health interventions for older adults.