Abstract
Background : Elderly are at disproportionate risk of psychiatric morbidity and mortality due to novel corona virus (COVID -19) pandemic. Objective : To find out the incidence of different psychiatric morbidities in elderly population. Method : Retrospective file review in general psychiatry clinic at Indore which included all new patients of 60 years and above. Diagnosis was noted as per ICD 10 criteria. Results: Majority of the patients were Males. 65% belonged to 60-69 years age group. Almost 50% were from districts other than Indore. 60% were suffering from Depression & Neurotic stress related disorders followed by Schizophrenia (20%). Among physical co morbidities Cardio vascular disorders were commonest. Conclusion: The data will help in focussing on awareness and measures needed for high risk elderly population.
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