Substance Abuse Program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
“By definition, binge drinking means drinking to the point of intoxication,” said Garbutt, who wasn’t involved with the study. “In older adults, that increases risks of falls, other accidents, blackouts, cognitive impairment, depression and suicide.”
Plus, alcohol makes high blood pressure worse and is a significant factor for dementia, he said.
“It seems we need to educate older adults about these risks and encourage them that if they are going to drink alcohol, to limit intake to one to two standard drinks and try not to drink daily,” Garbutt said.
If people find they can’t drink without a binge, they should talk with their doctor or a
