Are people over 65 more vulnerable to the side effects of alcohol?
Human factor: Alcohol, drugs, and medications
Explanation
People over **65 years** old are more vulnerable to the effects of alcohol for several reasons:
- **Age**: Alcohol affects people over 65 years old more. This is because, with age, the body processes alcohol differently, which can increase the blood alcohol concentration and side effects.
- **Sensory and motor abilities**: Older people may have a **reduced ability to pay attention** and react to unforeseen events. Additionally, they may experience a decline in **vision and hearing**, which can worsen with alcohol consumption.
- **Health and medications**: Many older people take medications that can interact with alcohol, increasing its effect and the risk of accidents.
- **Higher risk of injuries**: In the event of an accident, older people are more likely to suffer serious injuries and have less chance of survival.
For these reasons, it is important that older people are especially careful with alcohol consumption, as they are more vulnerable to its effects.
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