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Alcoholism in the geriatric population

J T Hartford, T Samorajski

    Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
    |January 1, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary

    Alcohol abuse in older adults can be missed by doctors, as cognitive decline may be mistaken for normal aging. Even moderate alcohol consumption impairs seniors

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Neuroscience
    • Clinical Medicine

    Background:

    • Alcohol abuse in elderly persons is often overlooked.
    • Cognitive effects of alcoholism may be misattributed to advanced age.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the detrimental effects of alcohol on the aging population.
    • To emphasize the unique risks alcohol poses to elderly individuals.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing literature on alcohol consumption in older adults.
    • Analysis of physiological and neurological impacts of ethanol in the elderly.

    Main Results:

    • Reduced liver and organ function in older patients exacerbates alcohol's effects.
    • Elderly individuals experience higher blood ethanol levels and increased neuronal sensitivity.
    • Alcohol impairs sleep, sexual performance, and cognitive functions in seniors.
    • Elderly patients face heightened risks due to ethanol-drug interactions.

    Conclusions:

    • Alcoholism poses significant risks to the health and cognitive function of older adults.
    • Clinicians must be vigilant in identifying and addressing alcohol abuse in the elderly.
    • The unique physiological profile of older individuals necessitates careful consideration of alcohol consumption.

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