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… disorder happens only to teens and younger adults. But people of all ages can have this disorder, including older adults. Older adults may use drugs, misuse …
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Learning Center Learn about substance use disorders Using drugs or alcohol in a way that harms you or that leads you to harm others, like your family or friends, is called substance use disorder. It …
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Actionset Overview If your teen is using alcohol, tobacco, or other substances, take it seriously. One of the most important things you can do is to talk openly with your teen about the problem. Urge …
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… on or trust. It can take many forms including physical, emotional, financial, sexual, … In some situations of abuse, people may use physical force or emotional control over the … make small changes in their home and support services as they grow older. Work together …
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… neglect in later life can affect an adult’s health, happiness, safety and financial … people from abuse and neglect. What are the health effects of abuse and neglect? Abuse and … can have harmful long-term effects on the health and well-being of older adults. The …
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93c Elder Abuse Prevention Series Abuse and neglect in later life can affect a person's health, happiness and safety. Older adults can experience different kinds of harm from people they rely on or …
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… is harm reduction? Harm reduction is a public health approach to substance use (including alcohol, cannabis, … connect people to health and social services Mental wellness and healing support programs …
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… and are highest among white men age 65 and older. Divorced and widowed men in this age … The following warning signs may be present in older adults who have a high risk for suicide: …
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… The term "substance use" refers to the use of drugs or alcohol, and includes substances such … products Tobacco use Quitting smoking (HealthLinkBC File #30c) Risks of alternative … by the Ministry of Health. Here to Help Features personal stories and self-help …
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… Overview The program you choose for your teen needs to view substance use as a primary disease and not as a symptom. …
