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Treatment Updates in Geriatric Psychiatry (Oct/Nov/Dec) | 2025

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Learning Objectives, Treatment Updates in Geriatric Psychiatry CGPR, October/November/December 2025

October 1, 2025

After reading these articles, you should be able to…

Newer Treatments in Geriatric Psychiatry

October 1, 2025

Michael J. Mandarino, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP

From anti-amyloid antibodies to digital therapeutics, geriatric psychiatry is entering a new era. We review the latest treatments for dementia and depression, including biomarkers, esketamine, and brain-stimulation tools for older adults.

Innovative Psychiatric Treatments in Older Adults

October 1, 2025

Fernando Espí Forcén, MD, PhD

Dr. Espí Forcén discusses how psychedelics, new TMS protocols, and ketamine can help older adults with depression. Learn what’s realistic, what’s safe, and how accelerated neuromodulation is changing late-life mental health care.

When Does Involuntary Treatment Become Coercive?

October 1, 2025

Carmen G. Black, MD, MHS, Leigh Nathan, MD, Denielle McCarthy, APRN, and Joanna Fogg-Waberski, MD

How do we balance autonomy and safety in older adults? We examine the fine line between necessary intervention and coercion and how shared decision making helps preserve dignity and trust in care.

Metabolic Approaches to Mental Health and Cognitive Decline

October 1, 2025

Christopher Palmer, MD

Can better metabolism improve brain health? Dr. Palmer explains how diet, insulin resistance, and mitochondrial function affect mental illness and why the ketogenic and MIND diets may support cognitive resilience in aging.

Psychiatric Medication Considerations in Severe Medical Diseases

October 1, 2025

Rebecca Trojan, PharmD, Michael J. Mandarino, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP, and Talia Puzantian, PharmD, BCPP

This article reviews safe psychotropic use in older patients with heart, lung, kidney, or liver disease, helping you avoid dangerous interactions and dosing pitfalls.

Diagnosing Delirium in Dementia

October 1, 2025

Jaime A.B. Wilson, PhD, ABN

When dementia patients suddenly worsen, is it delirium or disease progression? Learn the key behavioral and motor clues that can help you spot delirium superimposed on dementia earlier.

A New Biomarker for Tau Tangle Pathology in Alzheimer’s Disease

October 1, 2025

A new plasma test, eMTBR-tau243, could revolutionize Alzheimer’s diagnosis by detecting tau tangles with precision and offering a faster, less invasive window into disease progression.

CME Post-Test, Treatment Updates in Geriatric Psychiatry, CGPR, October/November/December 2025

April 1, 2025

By successfully completing the test you will be awarded a certificate for 2 CME credits.

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