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Copyright 2006 Mary Desaulniers

It is New Year’s Eve. You have one drink, then another, then a
third. You used to be able to chug down 6 drinks without
consequences. But lately, you’ve noticed that things are a bit
different. Before dinner is over, you are wobbly; your speech
slurs. Before the night is over, you are spread out on the floor.

You’ve only had 3 drinks. What happened?

Research shows alcohol has a much stronger effect in the senior
population than in younger people. As you age, you absorb
alcohol increased readily. So what used to be standard
twentysomething fare is way too much for you now.

There are reasons for this change.

1.Your body’s ratio of water to fat decreases as you age; so
there’s less water to dilute the alcohol.

2.Your aging body does not metabolize alcohol as easily as it
did in your youth; your body produces less liver enzymes that
help break down alcohol.

3.If you are on prescription or over-the-counter medication,
alcohol can compound the risk of collapse and falls; in fact,
alcohol can produce an impaired effect with about half of the
100 drugs used frequently by seniors.

4.The aging body has extended body fat which does not absorb alcohol.

Changes in body chemistry that accompany the aging process can
certainly be seen as one factor to explain the prevalence of
alcoholism in seniors. The AMA estimates that about 3 million
Americans over the age of 60 have a drinking problem. At least
10 percent of patients who go to an emergency room with alcohol
related problems are over 60 years of age. As much as 20 percent
of elderly patients( 55 and older) in emergency rooms exhibit
symptoms of alcoholism. And in many nursing homes, the problem
of drinking is even farther acute–as high as 49 percent in some
studies.

In fact, researchers feel that these statistics are much lower
than what they are in reality. Because alcohol problems in the
senior population are usually mistaken for other conditions
associated with the aging process, very often, alcohol abuse and
alcoholism in the senior population may go undiagnosed and
untreated.

Yet studies have also shown that moderate drinking confers
benefits to the aging population. Alcohol consumed in moderate
amounts can raise HDL levels of the so -called “good”
cholesterol; it can also prevent blood clots, heart attacks and
ischemic strokes. Studies have demonstrated that men who drink
one alcoholic beverage a day have a significantly lower risk of
death compared with those who rarely or never drink. A French
study completed in 2002 also shows that moderate drinking can
lower the incidence of dementia in the aging population.

Despite these benefits, the dangers of alcohol are considerable.
The incidents of driving problems are high in the elderly
population. Any potential benefit of alcohol is extra than
cancelled by the dangers in alcohol -related diseases such as
addictive alcoholism, cirrhosis of the liver, high blood
pressure and depression. Alcohol has also been shown to produce
deficits in intellectual and behavior functioning. It may
accelerate normal aging or cause premature aging of the brain.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging techniques have shown fresh extensive
brain tissue loss in subjects with alcoholism than in those
without alcoholism. And research also shows that shrinkage of
the frontal lobe increases with the consumption of alcohol.

So what can seniors do to understand their own threshold of
alcohol consumption?

Here are a few guidelines:

1 .If you don’t drink, don’t start. The risks far outweigh the
benefits.

2 .If you do drink, limit yourself to one drink a day ( 4-5
drinks over the course of a week).

3. Do not engage in binge drinking which can bring about
irregular heartbeat, elevated blood pressure, increased risk for
heart disease and strokes.

4. If you are on medication, do not drink at all. Even over the
counter drugs such as ibuprofen, aspirin or tylenol, when taken
with alcohol, can damage stomach lining and cause liver
problems. Alcohol, taken with antihistamines, is known to
increase drowsiness and can lead to impaired driving or
accidents.

5. If you feel you have a drinking problem, consult your
physician and be proactive about getting treatment options. Call
your local chapter of Alcoholics Anonymous or Rational Recovery
for help.

About the author:

A runner for 27 years, retired schoolteacher and writer, Mary is
now doing what she loves–running,writing,helping people reclaim
their bodies. Nutrition, exercise, positive vision and
purposeful engagement are the tools used to turn their bodies
into creative selves. You can subscribe to Mary’s newsletter by
contacting her at http://www.GreatBodyafter50secrets.com or
visit her at http://www.GreatBodyat50.com

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Introduction to Troubled Teen Programs

More than ever, teens today are facing an uncertain future. With
political instability across the globe and unrest in local
communities, it’s no wonder that our teens are confused and
scared about their place in the world. Just as they are trying
to find their own adult identity, the teenage body is hit with
an influx of hormones and unsettling emotions that they don’t
know how to control. Because of this, teenagers are particularly
susceptible to conditions such as depression, oppositional
defiant disorder (rebelliousness) and numerous personality
disorders. Adolescent frustration can easily lead to behavioral
problems, if the teen doesn’t receive appropriate counseling.
Troubled teen programs exist to provide such counseling, and
intervene before troubled teens can damage their future
irrevocably.

Who Can Benefit from Troubled Teen Programs

Many teenagers can benefit from the variety of troubled teen
programs that are available. Whether you’re teen is overtly
rebellious, experimenting with drug use or promiscuous behavior,
or has had trouble with the law, troubled teen programs can
provide the tools to set your teenager on the right path.
Troubled teen programs can reach your troubled teenager by
teaching them to respect themselves and others, offering
relatable testimonials and providing an objective outlook on how
your teen functions. Whatever problems your teen may be facing,
such as alcoholism, insecurity, or apathy, troubled teen
programs can renew a positive outlook on life. These programs
will help your teen, and your entire family, by bringing you all
together.

Types of Troubled Teen Programs

There are many diverse troubled teen programs to address the
many problems facing teens. Finding the program that highest suits
your teenager’s needs is key to helping them out of their
problems. Some typical troubled teen programs include:

* Residential programs – Similar to boarding schools,
residential teen programs require the teen to live at the
program facility. Residential troubled teen programs are
especially helpful for teens that have been expelled from public
schools or need a great deal of supervision. Residential
programs can be general or cater to specific problems such as
drug abuse.

* Wilderness programs – Wilderness troubled teen programs take
the problem teenager out of the confusing modern world and bring
them back to the basics. Removing the teenager from the
influences of bad company, computers, cell phones and modern
conveniences, allows wilderness programs to access the root
cause of the teen’s issues.

* Boot Camp/Military School (http://www.help-for-troubled-teens.org/

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