The practice of geriatric psychiatry in three countries: observations of an American in the British Isles

Author:
REIFLER B.V.
Journal article citation:
International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, 12(8), August 1997, pp.795-807.
Publisher:
Wiley

The author compares the practice of geriatric psychiatry among the three countries: Ireland, the United Kingdom and the United States. Reviews how the practice of geriatric psychiatry is carried out, and the mental health services available in each country, including organisational characteristics. Findings suggest the USA is the most entrepreneurial of the three, Britain's greatest strength is the uniformity and comprehensiveness of its services, and Ireland provides an excellent model for nations of comparable size. Also found that considerable change is occurring in all three countries.

Subject terms:
mental health problems, older people, psychiatry, comparative studies;
Location(s):
Ireland, United Kingdom, United States
Link:
Journal home page
ISSN online:
1099-1166
ISSN print:
0885-6230

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