Elders and Substance Use Disorders

Welcome to the Elders and Substance Use Disorders course!

In this course, we will explore the difficult topic of substance use disorder and how it affects our elders. You will learn about commonly abused substances, how substance abuse affects physical and mental health, treatment methods, and challenges. We will also discuss the ways you can support an elder with a substance use disorder, as well as any cultural considerations surrounding the topic.

This course includes 5 lessons:

  • Substance Use Disorder
  • Commonly Abused Substances
  • The Dangers of Substance Abuse
  • Treatment for SUD
  • Course Conclusion