Geriatric Psychiatry Glossary
100 terms total — 4 showing — Last updated 15 Sep 2026
mild cognitive impairment
Cognitive decline greater than expected for age but not severe enough to significantly interfere with daily functioning.
UPDRS
A standardized rating scale used to assess the severity of Parkinson's disease symptoms and medication side effects.
validation therapy
Communication approach for dementia patients that validates their emotional experience rather than correcting factual er...
vascular dementia
Progressive cognitive decline caused by reduced blood flow to the brain, often following stroke or other vascular events...
wandering
Aimless or repetitive locomotion behavior common in dementia patients that can pose safety risks.