Rehan Aziz, MD

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Bipolar Disorder in Older Adults: Treatment Overview

August 2, 2025

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This fact sheet provides an overview for the treatment of different stages in bipolar disorder (BD) in older adults.

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Anxiety-Reduction Techniques: Cognitive Restructuring and Relaxation in Older Adults

August 2, 2025

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This fact sheet describes some key therapeutic techniques that are helpful in alleviating anxiety symptoms in older adults.

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Benzodiazepines in Older Adults

August 2, 2025

Rehan Aziz, MD

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The percentage of people who use benzodiazepines (BZD) increases with age, reaching 9% in those 65 to 80.

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Bipolar Disorder in Older Adults: Diagnosis

August 2, 2025

Rehan Aziz, MD

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Bipolar disorder (BD) in older adults can present unique challenges and often differs from its presentation in younger individuals.

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Choosing Anxiolytics for Older Adults

August 2, 2025

Rehan Aziz, MD

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This fact sheet focuses on the pharmacological management of anxiety disorders in older adults, highlighting key considerations for dosages, drug selection, and monitoring to ensure safety and efficacy.

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Community Resources and Helpful Organizations for Geriatric Psychiatrists

August 2, 2025

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Resources for geriatric psychiatrists.

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End-of-Life Issues in Geriatric Psychiatry

August 2, 2025

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You may be asked to consult on older adults who are close to the end of their lives.

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Involuntary Hospitalization, Treatment, and Discharge

August 2, 2025

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Involuntary treatment and hospitalization are critical components in managing older adults with severe psychiatric disorders who pose a danger to themselves or others and are unwilling to be hospitalized or receive treatment.

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Elder Abuse: Recognition and Reporting

August 2, 2025

Rehan Aziz, MD

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While thought of as uncommon, more than 10% of older adults may be victims of elder abuse.

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Capacity and Competency Evaluations

August 2, 2025

Rehan Aziz, MD

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You may be asked to determine decision-making capacity (DMC) in various situations, such as consent for medical procedures, for leaving the hospital against medical advice, or for other major decisions. In this fact sheet, I suggest an approach to evaluating DMC and what to do if you conclude that DMC is impaired.