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There are more seniors that struggle with substance abuse than you might think, and it is never too late for someone in St. Regis Falls to get professional help for addiction so that they can live the remainder of their lives with a higher quality of life and be as physically and mentally stable as possible. The most common addiction occurrences among seniors are alcoholism and prescription drug abuse. In many cases, both are an issue where seniors are abusing both prescription medications and alcohol simultaneously, a dangerous combination. When combined with the fact that the elderly commonly struggle with other physical and mental health conditions that should be addressed concurrently, it is suggested that any senior looking for treatment look for a facility that provides treatment for dual diagnosis/co-occurring disorders.
Programs which offer substance abuse treatment for seniors have staff qualified to deliver substance abuse therapy and general geriatric health care, including psychiatric services. Treatment will be more effective in a residential treatment program, and a medically safe detox from alcohol and any prescription medications that the person has become dependent on can be performed as the first step. A comprehensive evaluation of both physical and psychological conditions will be conducted so that they can be handled concurrently, because these issues are often the driving force of the addiction to begin with. A comprehensive treatment program will be put into action that will target the specific and personal needs of the senior.
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