Guest blogger Mark, an addiction worker at Rehab Recovery, looks at the issue of alcoholism amongst the elderly. Alcoholism amongst the elderly is often an issue that’s hidden or overlooked. Alcohol abuse often goes undiagnosed because they are often less social. Doctors may dismiss symptoms of alcoholism as ‘signs of aging’ such as a fading memory, sleeping problems and depression.
To read Mark’s blog click here.
Elder abuse is a single or repeated act or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, which causes harm or distress to an older person
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