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There are more seniors that struggle with addiction than you might think, and it is never too late for someone in Los Alamos to get treatment for addiction so that they can enjoy the remainder of their lives with a higher quality of life and be as physically and mentally healthy as possible. The most common substance abuse occurrences among seniors are alcohol abuse and prescription drug addiction. In many instances, this is a dual issue where seniors are abusing both prescription medications and alcohol at the same time, a dangerous combination. When added to the reality that the elderly commonly struggle with other physical and mental health conditions that must be treated at the same time, it is recommended that any senior looking for treatment should find a program that provides treatment for dual diagnosis/co-occurring disorders.
Treatment centers which specialize in substance abuse treatment for seniors have staff prepared to deliver substance abuse treatment and general geriatric health care, including behavioral health services. Recovery will be more effective in a residential rehabilitation facility, and a safe detox from alcohol and any prescription medications that the senior has become dependent to can be performed as the first step. A thorough assessment of both physical and mental health conditions will be performed so that any issues can be addressed concurrently, because these issues are often the cause of the addiction in the first place. A thorough recovery plan will be put into action that will target the specific and personal needs of the senior.
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