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There are more seniors that suffer with addiction than you might imagine, and it is never too late for anyone in Astoria to receive professional help for addiction so that they can enjoy the rest of their lives and be as mentally and physically healthy as possible. The most prevalent substance abuse problems among seniors are alcohol abuse and prescription drug addiction. In many cases, both are an issue where seniors are abusing both alcohol and prescription medications simultaneously, a deadly combination. When combined with the fact that the elderly commonly struggle with other physical and psychological health issues that should be treated concurrently, it is important that any senior searching for treatment look for a facility that includes treatment for co-occurring disorders.
Programs which provide substance abuse treatment for seniors have staff trained to deliver substance abuse therapy and general geriatric health care, including psychiatric services. Treatment will be more successful in a residential treatment facility, where a safe detoxification from alcohol and any prescription medications that the senior has become dependent on can be performed as the very first step. A comprehensive evaluation of both physical and mental conditions will be conducted so that any issues can be handled concurrently, because these issues are often the driving force of the addiction in the first place. A comprehensive treatment program will be put into action that will target the specific and personal needs of the senior.
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