Addressing the Unique Mental Health Challenges Brought on by Aging

• By: Ann M. Sullivan, MD New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH)
• July 29th, 2024
• aging adults, assertive community treatment, Geriatric Mental Health Act, loneliness, mental health, substance use disorders, Summer 2024 Issue
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Older adults are one of the fastest-growing demographics in the nation and in New York State. There are currently about 4.6 million New Yorkers who are 60 years of age or older and another 4.2 million between the ages of 45 and 59. Individuals with wisdom and life experience are a gift to...