This article, written by Sidhesh Phaldessai, provides an overview of geriatric psychopharmacology, including the epidemiology of mental health disorders in the older population, the physiological changes that occur with ageing and their impact on pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, and the use of psychotropic medications in older adults
A guide to peer group meetings
Thursday 1 April 2021, 12:00 AM
The Pharmacy Council’s new recertification framework for practising pharmacists requires peer engagement in groups as an activity to maintain competence. Here, GP Jo Scott-Jones, explains why peer groups are valuable, how to go about setting up a peer group and facilitating meetings, and what to do when you notice something is amiss in your group
On 1 April 2021, significant changes to the Pharmacy Council’s professional development requirements were implemented. This includes the requirement f
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