Psychiatric and Physical Morbidity in Old Age Homes of Southern India
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2019, Vol 18, Issue 3
Abstract
Introduction: The pace of population ageing around the world is also increasing dramatically. By 2050, 80% of all older people will live in low and middle-income countries. In the present situation, the current study was planned and carried out on a pilot basis in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, India. Aim: To study the Psychiatric and Physical Morbidity in inmates of old age homes Methodology: A total of 145 inhabitants of five old age homes were included, ICD-10 was used for the diagnosis of the patient. Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale and Mini-Mental State Examination scales were administered to assess the psychotic, non- psychotic symptoms and cognitive function. The quantitative data obtained was analyzed by means of frequency tables. Results: Depression was the most common among inhabitants of old age homes followed by anxiety and dementia. Conclusion: The overall prevalence of Psychiatric disorders was 44.14%. A universal health insurance and pension scheme would be a welcome move in our country. The government policy should include the same.
Authors and Affiliations
Dr. Supriya Satapathy, Dr. D. Phani Bhushan, Dr. Ramanand Satapathy
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