Drinking in Later Life: A Systematic Review and Thematic Synthesis of Qualitative Studies Exploring Older People’s Perceptions and Experiences

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Abstract

Background

Alcohol presents risks to the health of older adults at levels that may have been ‘safer’ earlier in life. Moderate drinking is associated with some health benefits, and can play a positive role in older people’s social lives. To support healthy ageing, we must understand...

Published by / Citation

Bethany Kate Bareham, Eileen Kaner, Liam Patrick Spencer, Barbara Hanratty; Drinking in later life: a systematic review and thematic synthesis of qualitative studies exploring older people’s perceptions and experiences, Age and Ageing, Volume 48, Issue 1, 1 January 2019, Pages 134–146, https://doi.org/10.1093/ageing/afy069

Publication Date

2018