Presenter: April Totman, Ms. Ed, BA, ADN, PMH-BC, CARN; Health Care Consulting Services; Camden, Maine Learner Objectives: Discuss and dispute myths regarding the older adult when it comes to seeking treatment for addiction. Identify comorbidities that will impact both detox and treatment of the older adult. Identify risk factors health care professionals could consider when treating the older adult population with addictions. Learn about medications and treatments that may be helpful for the older adult population. Nursing CE This event is not eligible for Nursing CE.