Integrated assessment of older adults who misuse alcohol
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Integrated assessment of older adults who misuse alcohol

Carolyn Wallace Principal lecturer, Mental health research, Faculty of Health, Sport and Science, University of Glamorgan, Mid-Glamorgan
Damien J Black Senior lecturer, Mental health research, Faculty of Health, Sport and Science, University of Glamorgan, Mid-Glamorgan
Anne Fothergill Principal lecturer, Mental health research, Faculty of Health, Sport and Science, University of Glamorgan, Mid-Glamorgan

Alcohol misuse in older adults has been referred to as a ‘silent epidemic’. National strategies for substance misuse advocate an integrated approach to care. This article considers the principles of an integrated assessment for older people who misuse alcohol and how this approach can improve access to services for older adults.

Nursing Standard. 24, 33, 51-57. doi: 10.7748/ns2010.04.24.33.51.c7718

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cwallace@glam.ac.uk

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