Older People x Abuse

The estimative about older adults for alcohol and other substances abuse are very high, according actual studies. In the article “More Older Adults Are Struggling With Substance Abuse” by Abby Ellin, it’s clear this increase and explaining the dependency as severe problem. “As we get older, it takes longer for our bodies to metabolize alcohol and drugs,” said D. John Dyben, the director of older adult treatment services for the Hanley Center in West Palm Beach, Fla. “Someone might say, ‘I could have two or three glasses of wine and I was fine, and now that I’m in my late 60s, it’s becoming a problem.’ That’s because the body can’t handle it.” Thus, it’s important to know more about the effects of alcohol and other substances in the older body, like it leads to some kinds of cancer, liver damage, immune system disorders, and brain damage. Also, it’s fundamental to identify when it becomes a problem, so the abuse can be a result of major life changes like death of dear friends or a loved one, moving to a new home, or failing health. And these kinds of changes can cause loneliness, boredom, anxiety, or depression. However, there are several  ways to get help, like support group for older people with alcohol problems and maybe some medicines, but the main are love, determination, focus, strength and faith. In conclusion, older people need to be aware of how your body changes due the age, and to be more alert to these changes, also the possible problems with alcohol and other substances abuse, and so continue to enjoy life to the fullest.

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Source: <http://www.nytimes.com/2014/10/04/business/more-older-adults-are-struggling-with-substance-abuse.html?ref=health>