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Why Mental Health Matters for Older Adults
5.7M
The addiction rate for Americans aged 50 and older is expected to almost
double to 5.7 million by 2020.
double to 5.7 million by 2020.
1M
More than 1 million adults aged 65 and up had a substance use disorder.
15%
About 15 percent of older adults aged 60 and older live with a mental health
disorder.
disorder.
How Mental Health First Aid for Older Adults Can Help
Reduces stigma
Provides resources on different treatment options for older adults living
with addictions.
with addictions.
Teaches skills to help older adults deal with major life stressors such
as loss of loved ones, decrease in functional ability and retirement.
as loss of loved ones, decrease in functional ability and retirement.
Demonstrates support strategies so caretakers can better assist older
adults living with mental health challenges.
adults living with mental health challenges.