Which of the following is a characteristic of alcohol use in the elderly?

a. Binge drinking is more frequent in the elderly than in younger persons.
b. The proportion of binge drinkers in greater in the elderly than any other age group.
c. In elderly individuals, unlike in younger individuals, alcohol use is not associated with other risky behavior such as illicit drug use.
d. Alcohol withdrawal is much more difficult for older persons than for younger persons.
e. Elderly individuals are rarely successfully treated for alcohol abuse and dependence.


ANS: A

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