066 Addressing Potential Self-Neglect in Older Adults

Dr. K discusses self-neglect in aging with Dr. Aanand Naik, a geriatrician with a special interest in this topic. They discuss how potential self-neglect can be detected, what it means to have the capacity for self-care and self-protection, what to do if you're concerned about a relative or neighbor, the role of Adult Protective Services, and much more.
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In This Episode:

Dr. K talks with Aanand Naik, MD, a geriatrician with a special interest in self-neglect and vulnerability among older adults. Dr. Naik is Associate Professor at Baylor College of Medicine and recently authored the chapter “Evaluating Capacity for Safe and Independent Living Among Vulnerable Older Adults” in the textbook “Ethical Considerations and Challenges in Geriatrics.” They discuss:

What does “self-neglect” mean, and what are the related risks?
How common is self-neglect in older adults?
What are some common signs that might indicate self-neglect?
What does it mean to be able to manage one’s self-care and self-protection?
What can you do if you’re concerned about potential self-neglect in an older person?
How can doctors and other health professionals help address possible self-neglect?
What is the role of Adult Protective Services in addressing this issue?
When might the courts become involved?

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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services: Self Neglect
Assessing capacity in suspected cases of self-neglect
Elder self-neglect: research and practice
NY Times: Elder Abuse: Sometimes It s Self-Inflicted
Incompetence & Losing Capacity: Answers to 7 FAQs
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