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How do i deal with a senior who has a drinking problem?
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Senior alcoholic: Good idea to join al-anon to learn about helping. The goal would be to get help for the senior with the problem, and get the person into therapy. Talk with the doctor for advice.
Answered 10/3/2016
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AA: Start with a referral to alcoholics anonymous; and in addition, psychiatric treatment.
Answered 11/22/2012
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