07. NO-CE Substance Use Disorders in Older Adults
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Learning Objectives
- Describe the pharmacokinetics in older adults as they relate to substance use
- Provide rates and risk factors for substance use in older adults
- Discuss challenges for assessing and diagnosing substance use disorders in older adults
- Identify treatment options for older adults who have substance use disorders or who want to cut down on use to limit risk
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Contributing Authors (Alphabetical Order)
- Susan Buehler, PhD
- Erin Emery-Tiburcio, PhD, ABPP
- Eve Escalante, MSW, LCSW
- Laurin Mack, PhD
- Suzanne Musil, PhD
- Sandra Swantek, MD