When your loved one goes to the emergency room (ER) with aggressive or agitated behavior, doctors may give medications to help keep them safe and calm. As an adult child or family member, it’s important to understand what these medications are, why they’re used, and...
If you or a loved one is struggling with depression or anxiety, you might have heard a doctor mention “SSRIs.” These medications — short for Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors — are among the safest and most commonly prescribed antidepressants for older adults....
We found Dr. Robert Figlerski’s list of challenges and strategies in treating psychiatric patients in a long-term care setting, originally published in McKnight’s Long-Term Care News, enlightening. Challenges: Demographic shifts—when staff training doesn’t keep...
