You may be amazed to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehabilitation programs in Boxholm, IA. Addiction is a problem that can affect anyone. Even the elderly who have more life experience can drop into the trap of drug abuse and addiction. Usually their doctor prescribes a medication to assist with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is beneficial and may take more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment programs are a valuable tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Quite a few elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring psychological health issues that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction problems.