Elder Depression: Treatment Indications and Psychopharmacology for Optimum Outcomes-Presentation And Q&A

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The video is a recording of a webinar titled "Elder Depression Treatment Indications and Psychopharmacology for Optimum Outcomes." The webinar is part of the SMI Advisor program, which aims to help clinicians implement evidence-based care for those with serious mental illness. The webinar is hosted by Dr. Rob Cotay, associate professor at Emory University School of Medicine and director of the Clinical and Research Program for Psychosis at Grady Health System. <br /><br />Dr. Cotay introduces the guest speaker, Dr. Michael Rice, who is a professor emeritus at the College of Nursing and Schutz Medical Center, University of Colorado. Dr. Rice is considered an expert in psychiatric mental health education, service delivery, and policy. <br /><br />The webinar discusses the prevalence of elder depression and the importance of screening for appropriate use of antidepressants in the elderly. It covers topics such as antidepressant dosing, routine follow-up and monitoring for maintaining antidepressants, and the relationship between depression and physical illnesses. <br /><br />Dr. Rice emphasizes the need for caution and patience when prescribing antidepressants to the elderly, as they may have different metabolic functions and increased risk of adverse events. He also discusses the different classes of antidepressants and their side effects. <br /><br />The webinar concludes with a question and answer session, where Dr. Rice addresses questions about treating depression comorbid with cognitive decline and strategies for discussing antidepressant medications with reluctant elders. The video is part of the SMI Advisor program, an APA and SAMHSA initiative aimed at providing evidence-based care for those with serious mental illness.

Keywords

Elder Depression Treatment

Psychopharmacology

SMI Advisor Program

Dr. Rob Cotay

Dr. Michael Rice

Antidepressant Use in Elderly

Adverse Events in Elderly

Antidepressant Classes

Depression and Physical Illnesses

Evidence-Based Care