Introduction and Conceptual Overview

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Chapter 1 - Introduction and Conceptual Overview

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Gerard J. Byrne and

Nancy A. Pachana

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Nancy A. Pachana

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Gerard J. Byrne: Affiliation:
University of Queensland
Nancy A. Pachana: Affiliation:
University of Queensland

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Historically, clinicians and researchers interested in the mental health of older people have focused on depression and dementia and have given little attention to anxiety except as a complication of depression or dementia. Over recent years, however, research into anxiety in older people has increased substantially, leading to both a burgeoning scientific literature and increasing clinical interest in the field.

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Information: Anxiety in Older People
Clinical and Research Perspectives
, pp. 1 - 9

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781139087469.001 [Opens in a new window]

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