Dizziness and vertigo occur at greater rates in older adults due to all of the following factors except
A) age-related structural changes in the vestibular system.
B) problems integrating sensory information coming to the brain to control posture.
C) difficulty in sending visual cues to the front of the brain for processing in the occipital cortex.
D) certain medications and illnesses that increase dizziness.

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Vertigo and dizziness in older adults are caused by age-related changes in the vestibular system and difficulties in integrating sensory information. Certain medications and illnesses can also contribute to dizziness. However, there is no evidence that aging affects the ability to send visual cues to the front of the brain for processing in the occipital cortex.

Dizziness and Vertigo Occur at Greater Rates in Older Adults