An outlook for research in geriatric psychiatry in the era of precise medicine
10.3760/cma.j.cn113661-20241216-00426
- VernacularTitle:精准医学时代老年精神医学研究发展机遇
- Author:
Huali WANG
1
Author Information
1. 北京大学第六医院 北京大学精神卫生研究所 国家卫生健康委员会精神卫生学重点实验室（北京大学）国家精神心理疾病临床医学研究中心（北京大学第六医院），北京 100191
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Geriatric psychiatry;
Late-life depression;
Precision medicine;
Clinical cohort
- From:
Chinese Journal of Psychiatry
2025;58(3):197-201
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
The increased aging population leads to a growing burden of mental disorders among older adults. High-quality clinical research plays a crucial role in advancing disease diagnosis and treatment. The article primarily comments on precision medicine in late-life depression. Based on a brief overview of the current research advances, the article explores the challenges Chinese geriatric psychiatrists face in the era of precision medicine. Additionally, the article proposes strengthening clinical research by establishing high-quality clinical cohorts and ultimately driving advancements in precision medicine for late-life depression.
