Senior mental health
Mental health disorders, such as Alzheimer's, dementia and mood disorders, remain widespread in the senior community. Our counselors and physicians can help seniors suffering from memory loss, confusion or depression that arise from mental health problems.
Mental health services for seniors in McKinney, Texas
At Medical City McKinney, we recognize the unique needs of our aging population.
As we grow older, emerging declines in physical and mental health can lead to loss of autonomy, confusion and frustration. We are here to help navigate this challenging time.
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Our senior mental health specialists offer compassionate, empathetic mental health care to our senior patients in a supportive environment of community, healing and hope. Personalized, age-specific treatment strategies are tailor made to meet the needs of our seniors with various mental health issues.
Treatment options for seniors at Medical City McKinney include:
- Inpatient treatment
- Outpatient treatment
- Partial hospitalization program (PHP)
- Intensive outpatient program (IOP)
- Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
Senior mental health conditions we treat
Seniors can receive treatment for all types of mental health conditions from the experts at Medical City McKinney, including:
- Anxiety disorders, such as anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder
- Mood disorders, such as bipolar disorder, depression and thoughts of self-harm or suicide
- Thought disorders, such as schizoaffective disorder and schizophrenia
- Additional emotional, psychological and social issues, such as grief, life stress or trauma, and relationship challenges
Senior inpatient services
The senior inpatient treatment program at Medical City McKinney is specialized to meet the needs of patients 55 years old and older. We provide treatment services addressing issues related to aging along with mental health concerns.
Additionally, we understand how positive family dynamics play a large role in the overall mental and physical wellness of our senior patients. Patients and families alike receive education on specific disorders, medications and effective coping strategies.
Treatment priorities include:
- Coping skills
- Group therapy
- Individual counseling
- Medication management
- Multi-family group
- Recreational therapy
- Stress management strategies
We're here to help. If you or a loved one may benefit from our inpatient or outpatient mental health services, please call (972) 547-8888.
Electroconvulsive therapy ECT
ECT is a safe, efficient and effective way to relieve symptoms of depression and other psychiatric illnesses. ECT can be more effective than antidepressant medication and transcranial magnetic stimulation. ECT can be performed on an outpatient or inpatient basis, depending on your needs.
Can seniors benefit from ECT?
ECT may benefit seniors age 55 or older who:
- Are in need of a definitive and rapid treatment method
- Have had multiple psychiatric hospitalizations and have the potential to regress rapidly
- Have or experience depression or bipolar disorders (including mania, schizoaffective disorder, schizophrenia and catatonia)
We're here to help. If you or a loved one may benefit from our inpatient or outpatient mental health services, please call (972) 547-8888.
To schedule an assessment or for additional information, please call (833) 456-HEAL (4325).
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