Addiction in the Elderly
Addiction Articles
How to Tell the Difference Between Prescription Drug Abuse and Misuse
Most seniors take several medications daily, which puts them at an increased risk of misusing their medications and even developing an addiction. Be aware of red flags that may indicate an aging loved one is not taking their prescriptions as directed.
1 CommentWhat Can I Do If I Suspect Dad Is Addicted to Prescription Medication?
Addiction to prescription pain medication is common among the elderly, so it is crucial to evaluate your loved one's usage, behavior and overall health.
0 CommentsThe Hazards of Alcoholism in the Elderly
Age-related changes in the body, chronic health conditions, prescription medications and other factors can magnify the effects of alcohol consumption and jeopardize a senior’s health.
49 CommentsThe Growing Problem of Prescription Drug Addiction in Seniors
Seniors don’t fit the stereotype of a drug addict, but as many as 17 percent of adults age 60 and over abuse prescription medications. Knowing the red flags to look for can prevent a serious accident.
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Addiction Questions
My mother abuses prescribed medications and I don't know what to do. Any suggestions?
25 AnswersMACinCT Answered Apr 8, 202280 year old father with Alcoholic Dementia in Assisted living.....question about his friends. Any help?
23 AnswersAhsam80 Answered Feb 25, 202274 year old uncle is a severe alcoholic. How can I help?
5 AnswersUpstream Answered Jan 31, 2022What do you do when your parent, or loved one, can no longer care for themselves, but refuses assistance either in home or in an AL?
14 Answerslkdrymom Answered Jan 17, 2022
Addiction Discussions
First post - Rough Christmas with parents, but it is a new year. Thank you all for your postings on here. They have been very helpful!
7 CommentsAriadnee Commented Jan 3, 2022Rant: my mom's caregiver enables her addiction
7 CommentsDaughterof1930 Commented Sep 15, 2021My mom, at 91 plus, is wearing us all about as she lives as unrecovered codependent. I just want to share that truth. Alcoholism sticks.
6 CommentsOOMEZOOME Commented Jul 21, 2021Just Learned 2 Years After Mother's Death That Sister Had Been Stealing Mother's Medication for Years...
3 CommentsNeedHelpWithMom Commented Dec 2020
Addiction Related Topics
- Care Decisions
- Alzheimer's & Dementia
- Burnout
- Cognitive Decline
- Dementia Behaviors
- New to Caregiving
- Caregiving
- Memory Loss
- Aging in Place
- Diabetes
- Diet & Nutrition
- Loss of Appetite
- Working Caregiver
- Long-distance Caregiving
- Mild Dementia
- Signs of Dementia
- Sundowner's Syndrome
- Violent Behavior
- Cancer
- Dementia Wandering