Assessment of older adults with diminished capacity -- A handbook for psychologists
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van Alphen, S. P. J., Bolwerk, N., Videler, A. C., Tumers J. H. A., van Roye, R. J. J., Barendse, H. P. J., Verheul, R. & Rosowsky, E. (2012). Age-related aspects and clinical implications of diagnosis and treatment of personality disorders in older adults. Clinical Gerontologist, 35, 27-41.
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Moye, J., Marson, D.C., & Edelstein, B. (2013). Assessment of capacity in an aging society. American Psychologist, 68(3), 158-171.
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International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTTS). List of grief measures with citations and descriptions.
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