As we age, life brings with it unique challenges—both physical and emotional. Older adults often face health concerns, changes in independence, and the loss of loved ones, all of which can affect mental well-being. While sadness, worry, or forgetfulness may sometimes feel like a normal part of aging, persistent emotional or cognitive difficulties should not …
As we age, life brings with it unique challenges—both physical and emotional. Older adults often face health concerns, changes in independence, and the loss of loved ones, all of which can affect mental well-being. While sadness, worry, or forgetfulness may sometimes feel like a normal part of aging, persistent emotional or cognitive difficulties should not be ignored.
Geriatric psychiatry focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions in older adults. These may include depression, anxiety, memory disorders such as dementia, late-life psychosis, or issues related to coping with chronic illness. Left untreated, these conditions can take away from the quality of life and increase the burden on caregivers and families.
The good news is that effective treatments are available, and older adults can experience significant improvement in mood, cognition, and overall daily functioning.
At the Brain and Mind Healing Center, Dr. Nabil Kotbi, a Former Associate Program Director of the Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship at Weill Cornell, quintuple board-certified with over two decades of experience, and a specialist in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders in older adults, addressing the unique challenges of aging and cognitive decline, provides expert and compassionate care in geriatric psychiatry. As a distinguished educator and clinician, Dr. Kotbi provides a comprehensive care approach, combining expert diagnostic skills with personalized treatment planning for patients with complex co-morbidities. His expertise spans psychiatric, neurological, medical, and addiction disorders, allowing for compassionate and holistic care. This approach includes personalized evaluations, ongoing medication management, and second-opinion consultations, with collaborative behavioral support from licensed therapists when necessary.
Signs to Watch For in Older Adults
● Persistent sadness, loneliness, or withdrawal
● Memory loss or confusion that worsens over time
● Anxiety or excessive worrying
● Changes in sleep or appetite
● Irritability, apathy, or loss of interest in activities
● Struggles with grief or adjustment to life changes
● Difficulty managing daily responsibilities or self-care 20
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