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There are more seniors that struggle with substance abuse than you might imagine, and it is never too late for someone in Nash to receive help for addiction so that they can happily live the remainder of their lives with a higher quality of life 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, both are an issue where seniors are addicted to both prescription medications and alcohol simultaneously, a deadly combination. When added to the fact that the elderly commonly have other physical and mental health conditions that should be treated concurrently, it is suggested that any senior looking for treatment look for a program that offers treatment for dual diagnosis/co-occurring disorders.
Programs which offer substance abuse treatment for seniors have staff prepared to deliver substance abuse treatment and general geriatric health services, including behavioral health services. Recovery will be more successful in an inpatient treatment program, where a safe detox from alcohol and any prescription medications that the person has become dependent to can be performed as the first step. A thorough evaluation of both physical and psychological health conditions will be conducted so that they can be addressed at the same time, because these issues are often the driving force of the addiction in the first place. An effective treatment plan will be put into place that will address the specific and personal needs of the senior.
