There are more seniors that struggle with substance abuse than you might imagine, and it is never too late for someone in Americus to get treatment for addiction so that they can happily live the rest of their lives and be as physically and mentally healthy as possible. The most common addiction problems among seniors are alcoholism and prescription drug abuse. In many instances, this is a dual issue where seniors are addicted to both alcohol and prescription medications simultaneously, a dangerous combination. When added to the fact that the elderly commonly struggle with other physical and mental health conditions that should be handled concurrently, it is suggested that any senior searching for addiction help should find a program that offers treatment for dual diagnosis/co-occurring disorders.
Treatment centers which provide addiction treatment for seniors have staff trained to provide addiction therapy and general elderly health care, including psychiatric services. Recovery will be more effective in a residential treatment center, where a safe detoxification from alcohol and any medications that the person has become dependent to but needs to be weaned off of will be the first step. A complete assessment of both physical and psychological conditions will be conducted so that any issues can be handled at the same time, because these issues are commonly the cause of the addiction in the first place. A complete recovery program will be put into place that will address the specific and personal needs of the senior.
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