[Recommendations for the diagnostic and therapy of behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD)].

The «Recommendations for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD)» were developed in parallel with the Swiss National Dementia Strategy 2014-2019 under the auspices of the Swiss Society for Geriatric Psychiatry and Psychotherapy (SGAP) and mark the beginning of a series of recommendations for geriatric psychiatric disorders. They depict the evidence-based state of knowledge about diagnostics and therapy, based on the clinical experience of the experts, and are designed for interprofessional and interdisciplinary use. The non-pharmacological intervention options and pharmacotherapy are discussed in detail.

Effects of dosage in new users of lamotrigine inducing epidermal necrolysis: Results of the German Registry of Severe Skin Reactions.

Objective: This study was undertaken to determine the impact of dosage in new users of lamotrigine (LTG) and the concomitant intake of valproic acid (VPA) on epidermal necrolysis (EN).

Methods: A total of 102 EN cases with exposure to LTG were identified (1992-2018) in the German Registry of Severe Skin Reactions. All cases are validated by an independent expert committee.

[Recommendations for the prevention, diagnosis, and therapy of addiction in the elderly].

In old age, the chronic use of substances such as alcohol and sedatives, and more recently opioids, is a major public health and personal problem. Despite this, relatively little attention has been paid to the disorders associated with the use of these substances. These recommendations have been formulated by the Swiss Society for Elderly Psychiatry and Psychotherapy (SPPA) in collaboration with the Swiss Nurses' Association (SNA) and the Swiss Society for Addiction Medicine (SSAM).

[Physical Activity and Mental Health in the Elderly].

Physical Activity and Mental Health in the Elderly The aging process is closely linked to physiological changes. These physiological changes may lead to an increased vulnerability for developing somatic and mental disorders. Reduced physical activity/sedentary behaviour can enhance this process.

[Sports Psychiatry in Competitive Sports - Interdisciplinary and Interprofessional Care and Collaboration].

Sports Psychiatry in Competitive Sports - Interdisciplinary and Interprofessional Care and Collaboration Mental complaints and illnesses are common health problems in competitive sports, and mental health, like physical health and performance, is an integral dimension in competitive sports. The promotion of mental health and safe management of mental complaints and illnesses in competitive sports requires a qualified medical discipline for mental health: sports psychiatry as well as an interdisciplinary and interprofessional understanding of care and cooperation. In the following article, sports psychiatry in competitive sports will be addressed and (i) mental health promotion and prevention, (ii) the tandem concept of interprofessional care and collaboration, (iii) diagnosis, treatment, and aftercare of mental disorders and illnesses, and (iv) education and training in sports psychiatry will be presented and discussed.