Journal of Human Behavior in the Social Environment · 2014 · 14 citations · 35 references
NursingGeriatric MedicineHealth BehaviorGeriatric CareGeriatricsGerontologyAlcohol Control PolicyAlcohol DependenceAlcohol Use DisorderAlcohol Use ReductionSubstance Abuse PreventionSubstance UseAge-related Drinking PatternsAlcohol Dependence TreatmentAlcohol ScreeningAlcohol Use Disorder ScreeningAlcohol Use Disorder TreatmentsAwarenessOlder Adult DrinkingSubstance Use Epidemiology
With the aging of the “Baby Boom” generation, it is anticipated that there will be a greater frequency of alcohol misuse among older adults. Clinicians often overlook signs of alcohol abuse in older adults or misdiagnose these problems. The purpose of this article is to examine some of the problems with alcohol use in older adults to further create awareness of the importance of appropriate strategies to reduce incidence. We consider the severity of alcohol abuse, factors that can aggravate alcohol use, and methods of implementing treatment in this population.
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