Psychotic disorders in late life: a narrative review

Psychotic disorders are not uncommon in late life. These disorders often have varied etiologies, different clinical presentations, and are associated with significant morbidity and mortality among the older adult population. Psychotic disorders in late life develop due to the complex interaction bet...

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Published in:Therapeutic Advances in Psychopharmacology 2019, Vol.9, p.2045125319882798-2045125319882798
Main Authors: Tampi, Rajesh R., Young, Juan, Hoq, Rakin, Resnick, Kyle, Tampi, Deena J.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Antipsychotics
Delusional disorder
Psychosis
Review
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Summary:Psychotic disorders are not uncommon in late life. These disorders often have varied etiologies, different clinical presentations, and are associated with significant morbidity and mortality among the older adult population. Psychotic disorders in late life develop due to the complex interaction between various biological, psychological, social, and environmental factors. Given the significant morbidity and mortality associated with psychotic disorders in late life, a comprehensive work-up should be conducted when they are encountered. The assessment should not only identify the potential etiologies for the psychotic disorders, but also recognize factors that predicts possible outcomes for these disorders. Treatment approaches for psychotic disorders in late life should include a combination of nonpharmacological management strategies with the judicious use of psychotropic medications. When antipsychotic medications are necessary, they should be used cautiously with the goal of optimizing outcomes with regular monitoring of their efficacy and adverse effects.
ISSN:2045-1253
2045-1261
DOI:10.1177/2045125319882798