Editorial: Psychometrics in psychiatry 2022: aging psychiatry.

This article is an editorial that provides an overview of four original papers within the "Psychometrics in Aging Psychiatry" series. The papers discuss the advancements and challenges in measuring and assessing psychiatric symptoms and cognitive functions in older adults. The use of psychometric tools in clinical practice is emphasized, as well as the need for continuous innovation in assessment methodologies. The article highlights the importance of psychometrics in enhancing the assessment and treatment of psychiatric conditions in older adults and calls for tailored measurement tools to accurately capture the complex symptoms experienced by this population. [Extracted from the article]