Seniors often have drinking problems or are alcoholics, but the signs and symptoms of alcohol abuse in the elderly may be difficult to recognize and are often attributed to other causes associated with aging. Seniors also often hide the signs of their alcoholism from their families.
Some signs of alcoholism in seniors include drinking and driving, passing out, mood changes, and continuing to drink despite health complications and potential dangers. Other warning signs of alcoholism among elders include frequent falls, confusion, and self-neglect.
Seniors often have drinking problems or are alcoholics, but the
signs and symptoms of alcohol abuse in the elderly may be difficult
to recognize and are often attributed to other causes associated
with aging. Seniors also often hide the signs of...
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Anthony Cirillo answered:Seniors often have drinking problems or are alcoholics, but the signs and symptoms of alcohol abuse in the elderly may be difficult to recognize and are often attributed to other causes associated with aging. Seniors also often hide the signs of their alcoholism from their families.
