The Therapeutic Lens: Counseling as a Primary Intervention for Geriatric Diseases
Jill Howard
As the global population ages, the prevalence of geriatric diseases continues to rise, necessitating a comprehensive and nuanced approach to healthcare for the elderly. While pharmaceutical interventions play a crucial role in managing certain conditions, there is a growing recognition that counseling can be a highly effective and often underused tool, especially in addressing the complex challenges associated with geriatric diseases. This article explores several geriatric diseases where counseling can offer significant benefits, sometimes even surpassing the outcomes achieved through traditional pharmacological treatments. Geriatric diseases to watch for. Depression and anxiety. Depression and anxiety are prevalent among the elderly population, often linked to chronic illnesses, social isolation, or the loss...
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