By Jill Gonzalez
As people age, they generally develop a variety of medical problems that require the regular use of medication (prescription and over the counter). Unfortunately, there are a number of risks associated with the use of multiple medications, particularly over an extended period of time.
By Jill Gonzalez
While most people do not automatically think of the elderly when they think about people with drug problems, this age group is at particular risk for developing addictions to both drugs and alcohol.
The primary reason that the elderly are at such a great risk is because they are generally given a multitude of prescription medications to deal with the health problems that crop up during the aging process. The older people get, the more likely they are to have to take at least one regular medication on a daily basis.
Many of us with elderly parents know it’s sometimes difficult to discuss, or even broach, certain subjects. There are times when it’s good to avoid saying things we know may cause them distress, but there are also times when it’s absolutely critical that we have a discussion about a particular topic. One of these topics concerns abuse of prescription drugs. … Continue Reading
