GRT 2100 Lecture Notes - Alcoholism, Aging Brain, Aspirin
14 Nov 2012
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Women start off with smaller numbers but because women live longer the numbers grow, the men pass away and the numbers are in fact larger than mens. Overlook concerns about older people drinking: earned it, relaxing in retirement, someone passes away, no license. Mistaken for other age related conditions: balance. How the body handles alcohol can change with age. Stressed: can no longer relax and read, can"t workout. Admissions for alcohol-related conditions in the 18-84 age group were for men. Drinking too much alcohol over a long period of time can: Lead to some kinds of cancer, liver damage, immune system disorders, and brain damage. Make some problems hard for doctors to find and treat. Cause symptoms that could be mistaken for signs of alzheimer"s. A result of major life changes: death of dear friends or a loved one, moving into a new home, or failing health. These changes can cause loneliness, boredom, anxiety, depression.
