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Kenny, poison depends on the dose. That’s how we have all survived the nasties we live with, both now and in the past. If your wife likes a night-cap, and it helps her to enjoy the evening and go to sleep easily, it’s all good. If she gets raging drunk and attacks you, plus has a bad night’s sleep and a hangover in the morning, it would be good to cut it out or at least down.
There may be medical issues that are more important, but if she is OK, then yes she’s OK!
My parents ramped up their drinking after I moved out (they were middle aged) stating it was due to stress & trouble sleeping. I thought they were drinking a lot but they were functional.
Fast forward to retirement...5 pm became 3 pm became Noon became 7 am. Needless to say the retirement they had worked & saved for became a dreary slog. Again, they were keeping themselves together (other than arguing constantly and starting to keep a weird schedule) but I kept my nose out of it.
In 2009, my dad was 71, and I got a call from my mom that he had had a stroke and could not stand up. Well, docs basically said he was sloshed and, doc's exact words were "you are pickling your liver". She clearly explained to him that he could no longer continue to drink the same amount as he did when he was in his 40s, 50s or 60s.
Mom refused to quit her drinking, so they see-sawed for years, on & off the wagon but never at the same time. Combine this with prescription drugs that DON'T mix with alcohol, and we were into falls, cognitive issues, 911 calls, ambulances, ER visits, skilled nursing stints, alcohol rehab facilities, you name it, we did it all before my parents were 80.
Dad ended up dying in a memory care facility. I continue to struggle with mom who is not even 80 yet but cannot live independently and is burning through her money right now while I have her "contained" (for my own well-being) in assisted living. They have dried her out, propped her up, and now she thinks she can live independently again, but I know what a burden that is going to be on me (age 54 and still working 50-60 hours a week).
Yes: alcohol is harmful, especially combined with aging, prescription drugs.
Since we are not medical professionals on this forum and we do not know the person’s mental and/or physical history, it is entirely inappropriate for anyone to advice you regarding your question. It should be referred to the person’s primary physician (period,)
This is a very broad question. I can have a drink once in a while and it does not pose a problem. However if I were to have 4, 5, 6 drinks I would not be able to function to the best of my ability. I know someone though that can drink a half a case of beer then later have several large mixed drinks and they are still functioning. A friend of mine can not have even 1 drink as her body can not process it. Your body does build a tolerance. If the drinking interferes with judgement, day to day activities, effects relationships, your health, your job then yes it is harmful. Alcohol is a depressant. It should be considered a drug. If medications are being taken there are some medications (both prescription and over the counter) that should not be taken if you drink alcohol. Ask the pharmacist and or look for "black box warning" on the medication.
Harmful in what way. I think we all know over use of alcohol causes problems over time. Cirrhosis of the Liver is the main problem. Brain cells die so Dementia can be alcohol related.
I don't see any problem if its a glass of wine, beer or some whiskey though. But you do need to not drink with certain medications.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
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There may be medical issues that are more important, but if she is OK, then yes she’s OK!
Fast forward to retirement...5 pm became 3 pm became Noon became 7 am. Needless to say the retirement they had worked & saved for became a dreary slog. Again, they were keeping themselves together (other than arguing constantly and starting to keep a weird schedule) but I kept my nose out of it.
In 2009, my dad was 71, and I got a call from my mom that he had had a stroke and could not stand up. Well, docs basically said he was sloshed and, doc's exact words were "you are pickling your liver". She clearly explained to him that he could no longer continue to drink the same amount as he did when he was in his 40s, 50s or 60s.
Mom refused to quit her drinking, so they see-sawed for years, on & off the wagon but never at the same time. Combine this with prescription drugs that DON'T mix with alcohol, and we were into falls, cognitive issues, 911 calls, ambulances, ER visits, skilled nursing stints, alcohol rehab facilities, you name it, we did it all before my parents were 80.
Dad ended up dying in a memory care facility. I continue to struggle with mom who is not even 80 yet but cannot live independently and is burning through her money right now while I have her "contained" (for my own well-being) in assisted living. They have dried her out, propped her up, and now she thinks she can live independently again, but I know what a burden that is going to be on me (age 54 and still working 50-60 hours a week).
Yes: alcohol is harmful, especially combined with aging, prescription drugs.
I can have a drink once in a while and it does not pose a problem. However if I were to have 4, 5, 6 drinks I would not be able to function to the best of my ability.
I know someone though that can drink a half a case of beer then later have several large mixed drinks and they are still functioning.
A friend of mine can not have even 1 drink as her body can not process it.
Your body does build a tolerance.
If the drinking interferes with judgement, day to day activities, effects relationships, your health, your job then yes it is harmful.
Alcohol is a depressant. It should be considered a drug. If medications are being taken there are some medications (both prescription and over the counter) that should not be taken if you drink alcohol. Ask the pharmacist and or look for "black box warning" on the medication.
I don't see any problem if its a glass of wine, beer or some whiskey though. But you do need to not drink with certain medications.