We describe the interface between general practice and psychogeriatrics in Australia. While aged care services are complex and there are serious deficiencies in the management of the elderly, several initiatives appear set to improve the level of care. Economic considerations, mutual education of general practitioners and psychogeriatricians, and social factors are strong determinants of good primary care of the mental health needs of older people.
Download full-text PDF |
Source |
|---|---|
| http://dx.doi.org/10.2190/R7YG-7QLJ-QJMH-V1CR | DOI Listing |
Publication Analysis
Top Keywords
general practice
8
psychogeriatrics general
4
practice australia
4
australia describe
4
describe interface
4
interface general
4
practice psychogeriatrics
4
psychogeriatrics australia
4
australia aged
4
aged care
4
Similar Publications
Want AI Summaries of new PubMed Abstracts delivered to your In-box?
Enter search terms and have AI summaries delivered each week - change queries or unsubscribe any time!