Substance use disorder is a treatable, chronic condition in which an individual has an addiction to using alcohol, tobacco, ...

Examining the issue of alcohol use by older adults may often create a sense of discomfort for society. This discomfort stems in part from our belief as Americans in the right of self-determination — ...

Alcohol use disorder is rising in adults ages 65 years and over. This is significant because, as we age, the body is less able to process alcohol, which could lead to drug interactions or changes to ...

Struggling with alcohol cravings? Naltrexone targets the brain's reward center to minimize drinking urges and reduce harmful ...

Elder abuse is any action — or lack of appropriate action — occurring in a relationship where there is an expectation of trust that causes harm or distress to an older person, according to the World ...

Alcohol is widely accessible in Montana, with thousands of active liquor licenses across the state. For those in recovery, ...

Social work students at the University of Oklahoma offer solutions and calls to action amid state's growing substance abuse ...

Macomb County Office of Senior Services Director Sheila Cote said her colleagues have seen more and more cases over the last few years where they're concerned about the safety of older adults in the ...

Experts call for rehabilitation instead of jail time for people with addiction. Drug and alcohol-related jail deaths have skyrocketed in recent years, according to a recent report from the Bureau of ...

Rising Alcohol Abuse in Oklahoma: Nearly 900,000 affected, treatment centers push for change As Alcohol Awareness Month highlights the growing issue of substance use in Oklahoma, nearly 900,000 ...