Citation

Steffen AM. Cogn. Behav. Pract. 2012; 19(1): 155-160.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2012, Association for Advancement of Behavior Therapy, Publisher Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/j.cbpra.2011.05.006

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

This paper offers a commentary on the articles in the special series on cognitive behavior therapy with older adults (Carmin, 2012-this issue), noting the commonalities found across discussions of diagnostic interviewing and cognitive-behavioral assessment and treatment for late-life insomnia, depression and suicide risk, PTSD, and OCD. These case studies demonstrate best practices in the application of cognitive-behavioral strategies for assessment and intervention with a diverse range of older adults. Clinicians can improve the effectiveness of their work with aging clients by expanding their skills in assessment and managing interprofessional relationships in integrated health-care settings. Reflected by the papers in this series, ongoing professional development and research attention are both essential as clinicians from the mental health disciplines increase provision of CBT with older adults. Treatments for specific disorders and problems will also benefit from the growing literature on successful aging, and the application of positive psychology in our future collaborations with older adults and their care partners. © 2011.

Language: en

Keywords

human; aging; medical education; Aging; clinical practice; treatment planning; mental health care; Geriatrics; psychologic assessment; priority journal; cognitive therapy; cultural factor; note; public relations; integrated health care system; geriatric assessment; professional development; Cognitive behavioral; Gerontology; translational research