Elderly Addiction: Identifying & Interventions for Substance Misuse in Older Adults (2HR) Presented by Dr. Paul Hardy, Paul Hardy, D.Min, CSAC, NMAC

Elderly Addiction: Identifying & Interventions for Substance Misuse in Older Adults (2HR)

$32.00

Categories: Clinical, Evidence-Based Practices, General Skill Building, Online Course, Substance Specific Tags: addiction, drug, evidence-based practices, opioid, psychopathology, Stripe only, substance use specific training, withdrawal

Description

Identify myths and realities of Alcohol, Medications, and Mental Conditions which make up the mix of an ‘invisible problem’, define common medical diagnoses in older adults and preventing medication and alcohol misuse, and determine how to address comorbid mental health conditions to help our clients maintain a healthy outlook on life

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

Recognize the unique risk factors and challenges associated with substance use in older adults
Differentiate between types of older adult substance users and common substances of concern
Utilize screening tools and assessment strategies appropriate for older adults
Apply evidence-based therapeutic interventions for older adults with substance use disorders

Providing 2 ONLINE hours of EBT & SUDE Continuing Education

Course Instructor: Dr. Paul Hardy, D.Min, CSAC, NMAC

Recording Date: 4/08/2024

Course Format

Recorded Live Webinar with downloadable presentation slides and/or handouts, evaluation, and a required quiz. The learner is required to pass with a 70% or higher to achieve the CE certificate of completion. The learner is able to reset the test until a satisfactory score is achieved. CE Training Workshops, LLC, provider #1770, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 8/2/2022 – 8/2/2025. CE Training Workshops, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7091. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CE Training Workshops, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. System Requirements: Firefox, Chrome, Brave, Safari, Edge on any modern operating system (Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iOS). A desktop browser is recommended. We do not provide support resources for issues encountered using a mobile device. For more information about our policies and board approval statements, please visit our FAQS page.

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Syllabus

Elderly and Addiction: Identifying and Interventions for Substance Misuse in Older Adults (2 HR) Syllabus

I. Understanding Substance Use in the Elderly

Define use, misuse, and abuse with clinical examples
Explore why substance use in older adults is underdiagnosed and often invisible
Review the growing prevalence of substance use disorders in adults over 60

II. Biopsychosocial Risk Factors and Distinctions

Examine chronic health conditions, cognitive impairment, and medication polypharmacy
Understand social isolation, loss, frailty, and health disparities as contributing factors
Discuss the impact of ageism and cultural stigma on identification and treatment

III. Two Types of Elderly Substance Users

Define and differentiate “Hardy Survivors” and “Late Onset” users
Explore personal histories and case studies reflecting both user groups
Analyze the influence of life events, grief, and trauma on substance use patterns

IV. Common Substances of Concern

Alcohol as the primary substance misuse issue in older adults
Benzodiazepines and risks including falls, cognitive decline, and dependency
Opioids and the impact of the opioid crisis on elderly populations

V. Physical and Mental Health Impacts

Effects of substance use on motor function, cognition, and chronic disease
Risks of overdose and interactions with prescribed medications
Difficulties in recognizing signs of misuse due to symptom overlap with aging

VI. Effective Identification and Screening Strategies

Importance of family, caregivers, and non-medical staff in early detection
Brief screening tools: PHQ-9, GAD-7, AUDIT-C, CAM, ORT
Use of ASAM criteria for placement and treatment planning

VII. Evidence-Based Interventions

Motivational Interviewing: techniques, readiness for change, and respectful collaboration
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: skills training, thought reframing, and relapse prevention
Integrating MI and CBT for effective client engagement and empowerment

VIII. Legal and Ethical Considerations

Balancing client autonomy with provider duty to intervene
Confidentiality and privacy concerns in substance use disclosures
Federal and state legal protections and professional responsibilities

IX. Resources and Continuing Care Strategies

Connection to geriatric mental health and substance use professionals
Addressing social support, transportation, and caregiver involvement
Recommended toolkits and evidence-based programs for follow-up