About Alcoholism: Aging Baby Boomers and Alcohol

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Alcoholism Alcoholism Symptoms / Diagnosis Find Help The Effects From Buddy T, your Guide to Alcoholism As more than 10,000 baby boomers a day are turning 65 years old, many of them may need to adjust their attitudes toward alcohol consumption -- particularly given the fact that as the body ages, how it interacts with and reacts to alcohol also changes. See details below. Aging Baby Boomers and Alcohol Because the body changes how it reacts to alcohol differently as you grow older, the recommended guidelines for alcohol consumption for those over 65 are considerably lower than for younger adults. See More About:  elderly and alcohol  alcohol and aging  baby boomers Secondary Conditions Associated With FAS Children who are born with fetal alcohol syndrome are likely to develop a wide range of secondary conditions, problems that they were not born with, but can acquire as a result of having FAS.p://alcoholism.about.com/b/2011/07/27/secondary-conditions-associated-with-fas.htm">Read more See More About:  fetal alcohol syndrome  drinking while pregnant  birth defects Managing Anger as a Recovery Tool Many alcoholics and addicts have problems dealing with anger appropriately. Unfortunately, anger can be a big relapse trigger, so learning how to manage natural feelings of anger when they arise is a key part of learning to live life clean and sober. See More About:  alcohol and drug rehab  alcoholism treatment  anger management Latest Drug and Alcohol Headlines Did Alcohol Withdrawals Kill Amy Winehouse?... DUI Charge Dismissed Against RFK Jr.'s Wife... Jeret 'Speedy' Peterson Dies, Apparent Suicide.... Jalen Rose Gets 20 Days for DUI Conviction... Gamecocks' QB Coach Suspended After Arrest... Bills Receiver Paul Hubbard Arrested for DWI... More... See More About:  alcohol and drugs in the news  news headlines  Alcoholism Ads Signs of Alcoholism Alcohol Detox Alcohol Addiction Alcohol Abuse Heavy Drinking Featured Articles Treatment and Rehab Centers Find Support Group Meetings 12 Step Recovery Support for Families and Friends Binge Drinking College Drinking Issues   More from About.com 10 Bathroom Remodels There's nothing worse than a bathroom remodel that looks like it belongs in a gas station. If you're looking for inspiration, you'll find it in these luxe, lush photos. More> Inspired Bathroom Tile Choices New tile can transform your bathroom in countless ways, whether you're looking for a playful, colorful child's bath, a cool and elegant sanctuary, or a bold sophisticated escape. More> This newsletter is written by: Buddy T Alcoholism Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Alcoholism newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads What Is Alcoholism? Symptoms of Alcoholism Withdrawal Symptoms Treatment of Alcoholism Help for Families Advertisement