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The Elderly and Alcohol Abuse

Depressed seniors sometimes self-medicate with alcohol. Because seniors are also often isolated, the problem may be hidden from caregivers and friends. Find out how to get help for an elderly person who is abusing alcohol.

Articles About Elderly Alcohol Abuse
  • Alcohol Use and Abuse Among Elderly Parents
    What should you do about elderly alcoholism? Here is how to deal with a parent who you suspect may be drinking too much, abusing alcohol or has been identified as an alcoholic.
  • Alcoholism and Elders: Watch for the Signs
    Signs and symptoms that a senior could be an alcoholic and how to prevent alcoholism in an elderly loved one. Alcoholism is often overlooked in the elderly. Not recognizing an elderly person has a problem can lead to severe health issues and endanger others.
  • Top 10 Questions About Elder Abuse
    What is elder abuse and what do I do about it? Abuse of the elderly is common and may bring up important questions. Here are some facts about abuse of the elderly.
  • Seniors and Prescription Drug Addiction
    How does you know when your senior or elderly parent crosses the line where the prescription medication stops being “medically necessary” and becomes “addiction?” Here is how to recognize prescription drug addiction and handle addictions.
  • Stop Self-Destructive Behavior: Binging, Abuse or Over-indulging
    Stopping self-destructive behavior and dealing with the facts is not easy, especially for caregivers. But it can done, by learning these coping skills.
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