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Residential Treatment Of Substance Use Disorder And Related Comorbidities In Older Adults, Dale J. Dyben
Residential Treatment Of Substance Use Disorder And Related Comorbidities In Older Adults, Dale J. Dyben
Research Symposium
Purpose: Substance Use Disorders (SUD) are a leading contributor to health problems and premature mortality in the United States. Stigma and misconceptions about persons with SUD contribute to negative outcomes. The misconception that older adults do not suffer from severe SUD has contributed to a paucity of treatment options that meet the unique needs this population.
Description: The Center for Older Adult Recovery (COAR) at Hanley Center in West Palm Beach, Florida provides a model for residential treatment of older 65 and older with severe SUD and related medical and mental health comorbidities. Older adults who meet DSM-V diagnostic …