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New research suggests that a person’s overall physical and mental abilities, known as intrinsic capacity, may help predict ...

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NEW YORK (Reuters Life!) - Binge drinking is usually seen as a problem of college campuses but many older adults may be overindulging in alcohol as well, according to a U.S. study published on Monday.

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BASW guide calls on social workers to use sensitive questioning and careful observation during home visits to identify and support rising number of older problem drinkers. Social workers must identify ...