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Can a person be too old to have an addiction?
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No: People can develop an addiction at any age. While the overall risk decreases with age it can happen. Example, some people may develop alcohol problems once they retire or a major life stressor, or a "pill" addiction after an injury. These problems may be self limiting or may require help.
Answered 8/12/2015
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Not usually: Addiction in geriatric population is a serious and often overlooked problem . There may be factors that complicate or lead one to weigh in many other factors. If you have concerns bring to your doctors attention.
Answered 10/4/2016
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