As our population ages practitioners find themselves working with older adults more
frequently. Alcohol use problems among older adults are often underdiagnosed and undertreated
and there are few treatments designed specifically for this client group. This practical guide
provides practitioners with up-to-date information on assessing and treating unhealthy alcohol
use among older adults. With a focus on evidence-based treatments it is highly relevant to
practitioners working across a variety of settings. Through the author's expertise we learn
about the prevalence of alcohol use among older adults the models for understanding unhealthy
use and the different screening and assessment options as well as the treatment possibilities
relevant to health care and social service providers. Assessment and treatment options
highlight the need to consider lifespan development when providing care as well as the
relevance of common life transitions and generational differences. Clinical pearls and
vignettes illuminate treatment approaches and further sections discuss pharmacological
interventions and cultural considerations. Printable tools are available in an appendix. This
book is a must for practitioners from diverse settings who work with older adults. The
materials for this book can be downloaded from the Hogrefe website after registration.
