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Introduction to Psychogeriatrics

Industry-Specific
Digital Skills

Health and Wellness

Duration

29h

PRESENTATION

The Psychogeriatrics focuses on the mental health of older adults, ranging from the mentally healthy aging until the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of the health conditions typical of this stage of life. Considering the demographic data and the widespread use of healthcare resources among this age group, the Psychogeriatrics Course aims to prepare students, regardless of their educational background, to purchase high-level skills in the field of mental and emotional health of older adults.

Objectives

– To understand the different types of psychological disorders and conditions in adulthood and old age

– To understand how the concept of old age has evolved over time

– To explore in greater depth the models that explain health and disease behaviors

– Master assessment, differential diagnosis, and intervention in older adults

– To convey an appropriate way to cope with aging

Syllabus

TEACHING UNIT 1. BASIC PSYCHOLOGY CONCEPTS Fundamental concepts Life cycle, behavior, cognitive processes, motivation, emotion, disorders. The aging process, illness, and convalescence Biopsychosocial changes Impact on quality of life Changes in the socio-emotional environment and sexuality of older adults Special needs for comprehensive care and support Quality of life, support, and self-determination in older adults Fundamental concepts, characteristics, and special needs during illness and convalescence TEACHING UNIT 2. DEFINITION OF AGING. TERMINOLOGY. THEORIES OF AGING Definition Population Aging Other Key Concepts: Geriatrics and Gerontology Different Concepts of Age Theories of Aging TEACHING UNIT 3. PSYCHOLOGY OF AGING General Aspects Emotional Changes Self-concept and self-esteem in old age Personality changes Changes in cognitive functioning Major psychological disorders in old age TEACHING UNIT 4. GERIATRIC DISEASES AND DISORDERS Introduction to Geriatric Diseases Osteoarticular Diseases Hypertension Diabetes Mellitus Vision and Hearing Tremor and Parkinson’s Disease Stroke Depression Confusional Syndrome Dementia TEACHING UNIT 5. ASSESSMENT OF COGNITIVE DISORDERS Assessment of Alzheimer’s disease Diagnostic assessment of Parkinson’s disease Diagnostic assessment of depression Assessment of Huntington’s disease TEACHING UNIT 6. MEDICAL CHECKUPS AND HEALTH PREVENTION Introduction Education Programs Health Promotion for Older Adults Prevention of Other Common Diseases or Risk Behaviors in Older Adults Community Action for Older Adults TEACHING UNIT 7. HEALTH INTERVENTIONS Healthy Aging Program Physical Activity Program Occupational Therapy Program
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