Alcohol Use Disorder in Late Life

Alcohol Use Disorder in Late Life 

Host: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry 

Recorded: May 8, 2025

Enduring Training

Overview 

This webinar offers a comprehensive exploration of alcohol use disorder (AUD) in older adults, equipping learners with the knowledge and tools necessary for effective identification and treatment. The session highlights the national prevalence and evolving trends of AUD in this population, as well are reviewing key signs and symptoms that differentiate AUD from typical age-related changes, enhancing diagnostic accuracy. Learners will review validated screening tools tailored for late-life use, gaining insights into their application in clinical practice. Additionally, the webinar will evaluate the effectiveness of at least two psychosocial interventions, and provide guidance on selecting and implementing evidence-based pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments to improve outcomes for older adults with AUD.

 The target audience for this Introductory level webinar includes physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, researchers, and students.

 This activity addresses the following ACGME Competencies: Patient Care, Medical Based Knowledge, Practice Based Learning.

Learning Objectives 

Upon completion, learners will be able to: 

1. Analyze national data to determine the prevalence and trends of alcohol use disorder (AUD) in older adults.
2. Identify at least five key signs and symptoms of AUD in older adults, distinguishing them from typical age-related changes.
3. Review validated screening tools for AUD in late life, including their purpose, key features, and appropriate use in clinical settings.
4. Evaluate at least two psychosocial interventions for AUD in older adults, measuring effectiveness in improving patient outcomes. 
5. Demonstrate the ability to select and apply appropriate evidence-based pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments for older adults with AUD. 

Registration

This education is made available for free to all learners through grant funding by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by grant number 1H79TI086771-01 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

Cancellations

All cancellation requests must be made in writing to pcss@ASAM.org within 90 days of registration. Automatic cancellations and notifications will be made for any course with a live-activity component that has been cancelled.

Registration Deadline: 08/30/2027

Close Access Date: 09/30/2027

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This activity is not for credit.