Aging with Awareness: Substance Use Concerns and Prevention in Older Adults
Tracking # 20-1398697
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As our society ages, the prevalence of unhealthy substance use among older adults is projected to soar to unprecedented heights. This course unveils the intricate interplay between physiological changes in aging and the heightened susceptibility of older adults to the adverse effects of alcohol and illicit drugs. Your role as a mental health professional is pivotal in preventing high risk behaviors and steering older patients towards informed choices. Discover a realm often overlooked substance use among older adults, a concern that remains largely under-diagnosed and under treated. In this presentation, Dr. Paul Hardy will guide you through a dynamic exploration. In a landscape with limited research, you'll gain the expertise to comprehend, assess, and address substance use issues among older adults effectively.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Michigan Board of Social Work
Bachelor's Social Worker
Master's Social Worker
Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
Licensed Independent Social Worker
Licensed Social Worker
Registered Social Worker Assistant
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Our courses are nationally approved for continuing education; however, licensing requirements may vary by state and profession. Participants are responsible for confirming acceptance of these courses with their own licensing board prior to completion.