Take a Geriatric Mental Health Test

Growing older can bring changes in memory, sleep, mood, independence, relationships, and daily routines. Some changes are part of normal ageing, while others may need closer attention. Geriatric psychiatry focuses on the mental and emotional wellbeing of older adults, including concerns related to memory, depression, anxiety, sleep, behaviour, adjustment, and changes in daily functioning.

info This short self-screening is designed to help identify areas of emotional or cognitive wellbeing that may be worth discussing with a healthcare professional.

Before You Begin

Think about how you have been feeling and functioning during recent weeks. If you are completing this on behalf of an older family member, answer based on the changes you have noticed.

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Please note: This screening cannot diagnose depression, dementia, or another medical condition. A detailed assessment is important when changes in mood, memory, behaviour, or daily functioning continue or become noticeable.

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How Have You or Your Family Member Been Doing Recently?

During the recent weeks, how often have you noticed the following changes?

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Understanding Mental Health in Later Life

Mental health concerns in older adults can sometimes appear differently from what families expect. A person may not describe feeling depressed or anxious but may instead show changes in sleep, appetite, memory, motivation, behaviour, or social involvement. This screening helps you notice some of these changes.

What Does It Look At?

Mood and Interest: Changes in enjoyment, motivation, sadness, irritability, or social participation. Memory and Thinking: Changes in remembering recent information, following routines, or managing familiar activities. Sleep and Daily Rhythm: Changes in sleeping patterns, energy, or daytime alertness. Everyday Independence: Changes in managing household activities, communication, relationships, or personal responsibilities.

Does Every Memory Change Mean Dementia?

No. Memory and concentration can be affected by several factors, including depression, anxiety, poor sleep, medication effects, medical conditions, and normal ageing. A screening questionnaire alone cannot determine the reason for a memory change.

What Happens During a Geriatric Psychiatric Assessment?

A psychiatrist may consider: changes in mood and behaviour, memory and concentration, sleep and energy, current medicines and health concerns, daily functioning and independence, social and family circumstances, previous mental health history, and changes noticed by family members or caregivers.

When Should a Family Consider an Assessment?

Professional evaluation may be useful when changes in mood, memory, behaviour, sleep, or everyday functioning are persistent, noticeable, or interfering with independence and quality of life.

Take the Next Step With ReWell
If you or an older family member has experienced meaningful changes in mood, memory, behaviour, sleep, or daily functioning, ReWell can provide a structured psychiatric assessment focused on later-life mental health.

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Medical Disclaimer: This online screening is intended for educational and self-reflection purposes. It is not a diagnostic instrument and cannot diagnose depression, dementia, or another medical condition. A qualified healthcare professional should assess persistent or concerning changes in an older adult.

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