Researchers differentiate older problem drinkers into those who have _____ and those who _____.
A) been abusing alcohol for most of their life; are late-onset alcohol abusers
B) problems abusing other drugs; do not abuse other drugs
C) been diagnosed with depression; have a diagnosed anxiety disorder
D) lived in assisted living facilities; have lived independently their entire lives

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Researchers categorize older problem drinkers into two main groups: those who have a long history of alcohol abuse, often referred to as "lifelong" or "early-onset" alcohol abusers, and those who begin abusing alcohol later in life, known as "late-onset" alcohol abusers. This distinction is important for understanding the different pathways to alcohol abuse and tailoring interventions accordingly.

Researchers Differentiate Older Problem Drinkers into Those Who Have _____