There are more seniors that suffer with addiction than you would imagine, and it is never too late for anyone in Ladiesburg to get 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 issues among seniors are alcohol abuse and prescription drug addiction. In many instances, both are an issue where seniors are abusing both prescription medications and alcohol simultaneously, a deadly combination. When added to the reality that seniors commonly suffer with other physical and mental health issues that should be treated at the same time, it is suggested that any senior looking for treatment look for a facility that offers treatment for dual diagnosis/co-occurring disorders.
Programs which specialize in addiction treatment for seniors have staff trained to deliver addiction treatment and general elderly health services, including psychiatric services. Treatment will be more successful in an inpatient treatment facility, where a medically safe detox from alcohol and any prescription medications that the senior has become dependent to but needs to be weaned off of will be the very first step. A complete evaluation of both physical and mental health conditions will be performed so that any issues can be addressed concurrently, because these issues are often the driving force of the addiction in the first place. A thorough treatment program will be put into place that will target the specific and personal needs of the senior.
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