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There are more seniors that suffer with addiction than you would imagine, and it is never too late for anyone in Mayo to get treatment for addiction so that they can enjoy the rest of their lives and be as physically and mentally healthy as possible. The most common addiction occurrences among seniors are alcoholism and prescription drug abuse. In many instances, this is a dual issue where seniors are abusing both alcohol and prescription medications at the same time, a dangerous combination. When combined with the fact that seniors often suffer with other physical and psychological health conditions that must be treated concurrently, it is recommended that any senior searching for help look for a facility that provides treatment for co-occurring disorders.
Rehab facilities which offer addiction treatment for seniors have staff qualified to deliver addiction therapy and general elderly health care, including behavioral health services. Recovery will be more effective in a residential treatment program, where a safe detox from alcohol and any medications that the person has become dependent to but needs to be weaned off of will be the first step. A thorough assessment of both physical and psychological health conditions will be conducted so that any issues can be handled at the same time, because these issues are commonly the cause of the addiction in the first place. An effective treatment plan will be put into action that will target the specific and personal needs of the senior.
