The Elderly and the Use of Psychoactive Drugs

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This paper discusses the contemporary issue with seniors being over-prescribed medication by physicians. The writer points out that some experts suggest that this is due to the influence of the drug manufacturers and the government through lenient drug policies. Further the writer notes that there have been a number of reports of the elderly dying from over-doses and/or mixing too many medications at the same time.

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"Experiencing old age is a part of life; that is if you make it there, as some people do die young. For others, the social phenomena-surrounding aging are fascinating as reports of anti-aging strategies are aired on TV, radio, magazines, and newspapers. Some people will stop at nothing to maintain their youthfulness including plastic surgery, various lotions and potions, nutrition, and exercise. Regardless, some researchers suggest that we do not have control over the aging process and it is more a matter of genes and heredity."

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