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New study links financial troubles with heavy drinking in older adults

11/10/11

Drinking and smoking may be popular among the younger generation of citizens who look at it as "cool" or a rite of passage, but a new study links alcohol and cigarette use to older adults who are taking up the habits to cope with tough financial times.

A study published in the November issue of the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs found that of more than 2,300 older Americans, some, especially men with less education, are at risk to increase their alcohol intake if their finances are in hot water.

"When you have a stressor that's not very controllable, people may focus on something to help control their emotional response to the stressor," said Benjamin Shaw, lead researcher. "They are out of the workforce, and they might feel like they have less time to recover or generally have less control over their financial situation."

Drinking in moderation may not impact one's health but abuse of alcohol and tobacco, especially by older individuals, can lead to a variety of health issues. Senior citizens and baby boomers on the verge of becoming senior citizens will want to be sure they already have a life insurance policy in place before they encounter the variety of health issues that can come about from advancing age.

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