Chemical Dependency in the Elderly: Treatment Phase

Chemical dependency in the elderly has been recog- nized, as early as thc 19601s, as a problem. However, few efforts have been made to meet the challenge of this serious social and medical issue. This paper describes the treatment approach used. by the Elders Health Program.' This description i...

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Published in:Journal of gerontological social work 1994-01, Vol.22 (1-2), p.175-192
Main Authors: Kostyk, Debra, Lindblom, Lois, Fuchs, Don M., Tabisz, Ellen, Jacyk, William R.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Drug abusers
Drug Addiction
Elderly
Elderly people
Health Education
Older people
Substance abuse treatment
Support groups
Treatment
Treatment Programs
USA
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Summary:Chemical dependency in the elderly has been recog- nized, as early as thc 19601s, as a problem. However, few efforts have been made to meet the challenge of this serious social and medical issue. This paper describes the treatment approach used. by the Elders Health Program.' This description includes the concepts that were incorporated into the treatment program, implementation of the treatment group, and outcome results.
ISSN:0163-4372
1540-4048
DOI:10.1300/J083V22N01_12