Improving Our Response to Older Adults with Substance Use, Mental Health and Gambling Problems

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Publication Year:
2008

ISBN-13: 9780888686787

<p>Part of the CAMH Healthy Aging Project, <em>Improving Our Response</em> provides the information, tools and guidance that service providers need to work more effectively with older adults who may have substance use, mental health or gambling problems. </p>

<p>This comprehensive resource includes:</p>

<ul>

<li>an overview of alcohol use, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia, tobacco use and other problems as they appear in older adults</li>

<li>a selection of screening tools that can be used to help identify problems</li>

<li>practical guidance on building a relationship, adopting a holistic approach and advocacy for older adults</li>

<li>an introduction to the recovery, harm reduction and stages of change models as guiding principles of care</li>

<li>ways to guide and support staff, families and others who care for older adults with these problems</li>

<li>information on referring to specialized addiction and mental health treatment services</li>

<li>case studies and practical strategies for complex situations</li>

<li>information sheets for older adults and their families on substance use, mental health and gambling.</li>

</ul>

<p>This guide is for professionals who work with older adults, including nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, educators and management staff in community support services, retirement and long-term care homes. The guide is also a useful resource for mental health and addiction treatment providers.</p>