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Britain's problem drinkers are middle-aged professionals
Friday March 09, 2012 10:37:51 PM,
IANS
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London: It is the
middle-aged professionals, who are Britain's problem drinkers
instead of the turbulent teenagers, according to the country's
Office for National Statistics.
Twenty-two percent of the men aged 65 and over drink almost every
day in comparison to barely three percent of those aged 16 to 24,
the Daily Express reported.
Campaigners warn the epidemic is taking its toll on the nation's
health.
Eric Appleby, of Alcohol Concern, said: "These new statistics
expose the hidden truth about alcohol and middle England.
"Many over-45s drink daily, and those from professional or
managerial households drink more. While drinking is decreasing
among younger age groups, the middle-aged middle classes are
taking risks with their health, increasing their likelihood of
liver disease, stroke and cancer."
Binge-drinking is more common among the young. Almost a quarter of
men aged 16 to 24 admit drinking more than eight units of alcohol
in a day.
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