On this episode of Neurodivergent Mates, we welcome special guest Erin Flint to discuss a crucial topic: Substance Use in Aged Care.

Erin will share insights into the prevalence of substance use among the elderly, the unique challenges they face, and effective strategies for identification and intervention.

We’ll explore the impact of substance use on the physical, mental, and social well-being of older adults, and discuss ways caregivers and healthcare providers can offer better support.

Join us for this important conversation to understand how we can improve care and outcomes for our elderly population dealing with substance use.

QUESTIONS:

1. Tell us a bit about yourself

2. Tell us a bit about your work and research

3. How common is substance use in aged care?

4. Could you define use vs abuse and what the focus of your research was?

5. What are the more common substances that older adults tend to use?

6. How do those substances affect older adults compared to younger individuals?

7. What are some of the reasons you've found that older adults use substances?

8. There is research showing a higher rate of substance abuse in neurodivergent individuals. Have you noticed this in your research?

9. What are some things that aged care facilities and government could do better on this topic?

10. Where can people connect with you and your work?

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