Spotlight: Older Adults and Substance Abuse

Mental health problems, including alcohol and substance abuse, are common in older adults. Yet only half of these individuals actively seek treatment and use mental health services. A new study has found that many older adults with mental health problems don't feel the need for treatment. Those who do perceive the need for care tend to have more symptoms of depression and other chronic health conditions. (AHRQ, 2010)

Mental Illness and Older Adults Fact Sheet

NIMH: Older Adults and Mental Health



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Event Documents

Mental Health & Substance Abuse Science Summit

Below are documents from the summit of February 15, 2012



News

Evidence-Based Practice: Proof that Mental Health Treatment Works
Bob Sharpe
2.7.12

Governor Rick Scott Delivers State-of-the-State Address, 1.10.12
Text [PDF]
Video

Nominations Now Open for 2012 Reintegration Awards and National Council Awards of Excellence
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A half-century of helping children through play therapy
Rebecca Burton
The Miami Herald, 1.03.12
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Events

5/17 - 5/18/12 - HR Forum
The Florida Hotel and Conference Center
Orlando, Florida
Rate: $120
Save the Date
Hotel Information
Agenda
Registration Form

6/6 - 6/8/12 – FCCMH Board Meeting
The Shores Resort and Spa
Daytona Beach, Florida
Rate: $142
Hotel Information


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