INDIVIDUALIZED ASSESSMENT AND THERAPY
The initial geriatric psychiatry consultation is key to understanding the current life situation and past experiences leading to the present mental health concern. Using a framework of openness, confidentiality, and catharsis, I offer Individualised formulations to help the person gain strength via their own values and virtues. Using pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy constructs, I endeavor to provide focused and short term interventions to assist the person on the path to recovery.
Anxiety
Anxiety disorder manifests in feelings of fear, dread, and uneasiness, accompanied by sweatiness, restlessness, tension, and rapid heartbeat.
While anxiety is a normal reaction to stress, people who suffer from anxiety disorder may find the physical and mental symptoms overwhelming to the extent that they can't manage their life day-to-day.
When should I seek help?
● Your anxiety affects your daily life.
● Your health is suffering from repeated anxiety attacks.
● You're unable to talk to your loved ones about your anxiety.
● You want to understand what causes your anxiety.
● You want to learn how to control your anxiety better.
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Depression
Depression is a serious disorder of the brain and can have a debilitating effect on your mental and physical health. While It can affect people of all ages, people in late life tend to be affected more due to biological changes and psychosocial circumstances.
I strongly believe that one shouldn't be left alone with depression. Together with the right medication and therapy we can overcome depression.
When should I call?
● You feel empty and numb no matter what.
● You have been diagnosed with depression by your doctor.
● You feel like there's no point in life.
● You have no interest in things that used to bring you joy.
● You find it hard to get up in the morning.
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Dementia
Dementia is not just getting old and forgetting. It is when the person's quality of life suffers due to a change in cognition i.e. forgetting, getting lost easily, getting disorientated with time, difficulties in managing communication and finances, and managing other day to day affairs.
The family and carers also notice that the person is making mistakes that they normally would not.
When should I seek help?
● The early stage of dementia can mean a lot of change in your lifestyle and support structures.
● Your family doctor and the Alzheimer's society are your first starting point.
● If your condition is now severe, and you are in supported accommodation such as a nursing home, and you are having difficulty in coping, ask the staff to send me a referral via your family doctor and also ask the Behaviour Response Team at LHSC to assist.
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