Geriatric Mental Care
Geriatric Mental Care
At Thriving Minds, Geriatric Mental Care focuses on addressing the unique mental health challenges faced by older adults. Our compassionate team specializes in diagnosing and managing conditions such as depression, anxiety, dementia, and age-related cognitive decline. We provide individualized care plans designed to enhance mental well-being and improve the overall quality of life for our patients. We understand that aging brings distinct emotional, psychological, and neurological changes. Through therapy, medication, and supportive guidance, we aim to empower older adults to live with dignity and independence. Our approach integrates family involvement and community resources, ensuring comprehensive support for those who seek help.
At Thriving Minds, we are dedicated to promoting resilience, reducing stigma, and providing expert mental health care tailored to the needs of seniors.
Myths and Facts about Psychiatry
Myths
“Mental illness is a normal part of aging.”
Fact
Mental illness is not an inevitable part of aging. Many mental health challenges in older adults, such as depression or anxiety, are treatable. Seeking professional help ensures timely diagnosis and effective interventions, allowing seniors to enjoy fulfilling lives. Aging may bring challenges, but mental well-being can be achieved at any age.
Myths
“Dementia and depression are the same condition.”
Fact
Dementia and depression are distinct conditions requiring different care approaches. Dementia involves progressive cognitive decline, while depression affects mood and energy. Both are treatable, but proper diagnosis is essential. Geriatric mental health care ensures accurate identification of symptoms and provides tailored interventions to improve the quality of life for older adults.
Myths
“Older adults cannot benefit from mental health care.”
Fact
Older adults can greatly benefit from mental health care. Therapy, medication, and support improve emotional health, cognitive function, and overall quality of life. Geriatric mental care emphasizes holistic approaches to help seniors manage stress, cope with life changes, and achieve resilience. Mental well-being is essential, regardless of age or circumstance.
What make Thriving Minds Therapy Unique ?
Highly Qualified Experts
Our mental health experts are qualified and trained to deliver quality care and clinically validated treatment interventions for all kinds of mental health concerns with modern and cutting-edge technologies.
Focused confidentiality
Our centre is designed to be a safe haven for patients and their caregivers. Here, you’ll find a welcoming atmosphere where you can express yourself without fear of judgment or bias.
Ongoing Monitoring
At Thriving Minds, we don’t just treat symptoms; we help our patients reclaim control over their lives. Our team works closely with individuals and families to foster self-awareness, build coping skills, and cultivate resilience.
Thriving Minds experts specialise in treating a variety of conditions
At Thriving Minds, we understand the importance of mental health and well-being. Thus, we believe in empowering our clients to reach their highest potential. Our team of experienced psychiatrist and psychologists are committed to providing the best care.
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At Thriving Minds, we understand the importance of mental health and well-being. Thus, we believe in empowering our clients to reach their highest potential. Our team of experienced psychiatrist and psychologists are committed to providing the best care.
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At Thriving Minds, we understand the importance of mental health and well-being. Thus, we believe in empowering our clients to reach their highest potential. Our team of experienced psychiatrist and psychologists are committed to providing the best care.
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Different forms of treatments are used by psychiatrists as per the patient’s needs. It may be talk therapy or psychosocial intervention or medications. Talk therapy or psychotherapy will usually involve the therapist and the patient talking between themselves. The aim is to limit the symptoms for the patient to feel better. The therapy can continue over some time depending on the patient’s symptoms. It can involve either the individual patient or even a group of people. Talk therapy can be in many forms; such as helping the patient with a behavioral change; overcoming the effects of difficult relationships; etc. Psychiatrists diagnose mental disorders and other emotional troubles, use various types of medications to treat the symptoms. The process of it is not fully known but it may alter the brain’s chemical signalling. This will help control the symptoms. Patients undergoing long-term treatment will need to visit at regular intervals to monitor the changes. Psychiatrists also perform various interventional procedures like ECT, rTMS, tDCS, Ketamine Infusion etc. to alleviate symptoms and hasten recovery.
Mental disorder treatments depend upon the severity of the issue; such as the intensity of the problems faced; the pros and cons associated with a treatment; etc. The treatment is done by making a personalized and careful plan for the patient. This includes a collaboration between the patient and the physician. Most treatments include having psychotherapy sessions; medications; etc. Also; a good support system is paramount to the recovery of the person. Changes in lifestyle; such as daily exercise; adequate sleep; proper balanced diet can help the person recover quickly. The individualized treatment plan will involve all these steps to make a quick recovery. Doctors and therapists help out the person and their families in understanding their metal disorder and the ways to battle it out.
According to scientific studies; psychotherapy relieves the person from distress and helps them in living a better life. Approximately 75% of people who have undergone psychotherapy have felt better. It has been associated with influencing positive changes within the body and has shown significant progress in emotional and mental wellness. Psychotherapy also shows that people undergoing it take fewer sick leaves; experience fewer medical problems and report a satisfaction in their life and work. Today; techniques like brain imaging have shown that psychotherapy induces a change in the brain. This altered brain images are similar to changes that happen as a result of medications. It is important to know that to benefit from psychotherapy; one needs to be honest and insistent upon following their treatment plans. Sometimes; practices such as; journal writing may also be of help.
Telepsychiatry is a convenient option for many to seek easier to access and affordable options. It helps the patients by- Making health care accessible in regions where it is not easily provided. Taking the care facility to the patient’s home virtually. Limiting the needs to visit a doctor over long distance. Timely health care options. Continuous improvement in health care with virtual follow ups. Reducing the need to take leave from work or other services. Removing the obstacles to stigma associated with mental health. Allowing privacy and safety to many. Many people are comfortable in virtual set-ups rather than real time meetings. This will allow them to open up more and feel relaxed. Telepsychiatry has been a major way of seeking help; especially during Covid-19 pandemic.
