What do Social Workers need to be aware of relating to substance use in older adults?

https://nida.nih.gov/publications/substance-use-in-older-adults-drugfacts

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/news/articles/substance-use-disorders-in-older-adults-a-growing-threat

https://www.hazeldenbettyford.org/education/bcr/addiction-research/older-adults-drug-abuse-ru-315

• What do Social Workers need to be aware of relating to substance use in older adults?

• What are some considerations for a Social Worker who has concerns about an older adult’s use of substances?

• Did any information in the readings/video surprise you?

• As a Social Worker, what questions would you want to ask an older adult client you are working with to determine if there are any substance use concerns?

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