The problems of older adult alcoholics has receved less attention until recently because:

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Until recently, excessive alcohol consumption was associated with premature death, and therefore the problems of older adult alcoholics received less attention. Excessive lifelong drinkers rarely lived past 50 years of age, which may explain why this issue was overlooked. However, with advancements in medicine and increased longevity, older adult alcoholics are becoming a more prevalent social problem.

The Problems of Older Adult Alcoholics Has Receved Less Attention