Br J Psychiatry
Publication date:
2025-04-08
DOI:
10.1192/bjp.2025.60
Author:
Oude Voshaar, Richard C
Fernandes, Lia ; Benoit, Michel ; Mukherjee, Sujoy ; Vandel, Pierre ; Franco-Martin, Manuel ; Vasiliu, Octavian ; Strotmann-Tack, Timm ; Furuäng, Linda ; Aakhus, Eivind ; Mimica, Ninoslav ; Bouckaert, Filip
Keywords:
Education and training, life expectancy, mental health services, old age psychiatry, stigma and discrimination, 11 Medical and Health Sciences, 17 Psychology and Cognitive Sciences, Psychiatry, 32 Biomedical and clinical sciences, 42 Health sciences, 52 Psychology
Abstract:
Geriatric (old age) psychiatry faces growing challenges amid Europe's ageing population. This editorial emphasises the need for specialised training, mentorship and subspecialty recognition to attract young psychiatrists. By addressing structural gaps and fostering innovation, the field offers a rewarding career in enhancing older adults' mental healthcare and quality of life.