Throughout the United States, an estimated 1-2 million older adults are in need of substance use disorders (SUD) treatment. This presentation addresses evidence-based best practices for treating older adults with substance use disorder.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Identify commonly used drugs for older adults and the risk associated with these substances.
- Describe logistical differences in treating and responding to older adults with SUD.
- Present affective treatment strategies for treating older adults.
