Alcohol abuse is not something usually associated with aging. Underage drinking is a large problem in America, and much effort is focused on its prevention. However, older adults may be at a higher risk for being affected by alcohol abuse.
Alcohol abuse among older adults may be attributed to many things, including depression, isolation, grief, and fear, to name a few. Because aging may change the body’s composition and the way it processes alcohol, older adults need to be especially concerned when consuming alcoholic beverages.
For more information, you may want to visit the learning lesson at:
http://www.extension.org/pages/Recognizing_Depression_in_an_Older_Adult
Or read an article at:
Health-Specific Issues—Alcohol.
