Older adults are increasingly drinking excessively and dying of alcohol-related deaths, and the problem has been compounded by ageism, stigma, a lack of interest from policymakers and health care providers, and few age-appropriate treatment options, experts say.
Ten things to know about marijuana and older adults, the fastest growing user group for a substance that s illegal in some places and an investment in others.
More than two-thirds of Americans support legalizing marijuana, according to Gallup, and 21 states, along with the District of Columbia, have legalized recreational use.
Generally, this Friday column is about something outrageous. This one is more just a call for caution as North Carolina is likely poised to open the door to medicinal marijuana next week. As we do so, it will be important to consider the experiences of other states and the latest research on the mental health