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There are more seniors that suffer with substance abuse than you would think, and it is never too late for anyone in Oak Lawn to get help for addiction so that they can happily live the rest of their lives and be as physically and mentally stable as possible. The most prevalent addiction issues among seniors are alcohol abuse and prescription drug addiction. In many instances, this is a dual issue where seniors are addicted to both alcohol and prescription medications at the same time, a dangerous combination. When combined with the reality that the elderly often have other physical and psychological health issues that must be addressed at the same time, it is recommended that any senior searching for treatment look for a facility that includes treatment for dual diagnosis/co-occurring disorders.
Programs which provide addiction treatment for seniors have staff trained to deliver addiction therapy and general geriatric health services, including behavioral health services. Treatment will be more effective in an inpatient treatment facility, where a medically safe detoxification from alcohol and any medications that the senior has become dependent on but needs to be weaned off of will be the first step. A thorough evaluation of both physical and psychological conditions will be performed so that they can be addressed at the same time, because these issues are commonly the driving force of the addiction to begin with. A complete recovery plan will be put into action that will target the specific and unique needs of the senior.
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