From the article: It is a largely unforeseen consequence of the aging of America. As the elderly population continues to grow and baby boomers move into their senior years, the number of older adults who abuse drugs - from pain pills to marijuana and cocaine - is increasing. And the nation should prepare to meet the special needs of older addicts, says Ron Hunsicker of the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers. ALSO- the number of people 50 and older who will need treatment for alcohol or drugs will nearly triple in the next 15 years, to 4.4 million in 2020 from 1.7 million in 2001.
Come on- it's time to grow up, stop fiercely clinging to your youth, drop the drugs, and be the best grandparents you can be... I wonder how long it will be before the AARP starts demanding special treatment centers for older addicts- at taxpayer expense, of course!
No comments:
Post a Comment