Alcoholism & Substance Misuse in the Elderly Population

1 East 4th Street,Cincinnati OH 45202

21 June, 2021

Description

The "Invisible Epidemic". This training will discuss research and evidence based techniques and encourage open dialogue Discuss the warning signs specific to this demographic?Physical and Psychological Aspects of Substance Abuse Among Older AdultsIdentification And Treatment for Abuse/Misuse Alcohol and Other DrugsHow to Address Concerns with Loved One/ClientSpeaking to someone regarding a concern you may have around their alcohol consumption or their misuse of prescription medications is not easy. What if it's a parent or another loved one, how do you start this difficult discussion? First ensure we are coming from a place of compassion and genuine concern.A researcher spoke with physicians in 2008 about their take on this subject during a medical conference in Washington DC. Some of the responses were: At their age, why try to change them now?They have already given up so much, is asking them to give up drinking really necessary.Dr. Coles response "it's about Quality of Life" General Education Hours (2.0)