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There are more seniors that suffer with substance abuse than you would think, and it is never too late for someone in Fitchburg to receive 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 prevalent substance abuse problems among seniors are alcohol abuse and prescription drug addiction. In many cases, this is a dual issue where seniors are addicted to both prescription medications and alcohol simultaneously, a deadly combination. When combined with the fact that the elderly commonly have other physical and psychological health issues that should be addressed concurrently, it is important that any senior searching for addiction help look for a facility that offers treatment for dual diagnosis/co-occurring disorders.
Treatment centers which offer addiction treatment for seniors have staff qualified to deliver addiction treatment and general geriatric health services, including psychiatric services. Treatment will be more successful in an inpatient rehabilitation program, where a medically safe detoxification from alcohol and any prescription medications that the senior has become dependent on can be performed as the first step. A comprehensive assessment of both physical and psychological health conditions will be performed so that they can be handled concurrently, because these issues are commonly the cause of the addiction to begin with. A comprehensive treatment program will be put into action that will address the specific and unique needs of the senior.
There are 4 Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Centers offering this service in Fitchburg, MA
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