There are more seniors that struggle with addiction than you might think, and it is never too late for someone in La Fayette to receive help for addiction so that they can live the rest of their lives with a higher quality of life and be as physically and mentally stable as possible. The most prevalent substance abuse problems among seniors are alcohol abuse and prescription drug addiction. In many instances, this is a dual issue where seniors are addicted to both alcohol and prescription medications at the same time, a deadly combination. When added to the reality that seniors often suffer with other physical and psychological health ailments that should be addressed at the same time, it is suggested that any senior looking for addiction help look for a facility that offers treatment for dual diagnosis/co-occurring disorders.
Rehab facilities which specialize in addiction treatment for seniors have staff trained to provide addiction treatment and general geriatric health care, including psychiatric services. Recovery will be more effective in a residential treatment facility, where a medically safe detoxification from alcohol and any prescription 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 they can be handled at the same time, because these issues are often the cause of the addiction to begin with. A complete treatment plan will be put into action that will target the specific and unique needs of the senior.
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