Mental Health, Intellectual Disabilities and the Aging Process

Section I: Prevalence and Diagnosis.

Prevalence of Mental, Behavioural and Neurobehavioral Disorders among Older People with Intellectual Disabilities.

Psychopathology and Older Age.

General Etiological Issues.

Assessment of Behavioural and Psychiatric Disorders.

Depression in Adults and Aging Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities.

Cognitive Decline and Aging.

Behavioural and Psychiatric Overlays from Physical and Medical Conditions.

Emotional Health and Aging in Adults with Down Syndrome.

Section II Treatments and Interventions.

Psychotherapy and Other Psychological Interventions.

Aging-Related Behavioural Interventions.

Psychotropic Medications.

Dynamics of Bereavement and Grief Reactions.

Section III Service System Issues.

Community Mental Health and Support Services: Planning Principles and Models.

Prevention Strategies and Community Education.

Future Directions and Challenges