You may be astonished to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug treatment programs in St. Ann, MO. Addiction is a problem that can have an effect on anyone. Even the elderly who have far more life experience can slide into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Often their doctor prescribes a medication to help with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is handy and may take a lot more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehabilitation programs are a valuable tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Quite a few elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring mental health issues that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction problems.