Abstract
Alcohol abuse among aging adults is thought to be one of the fastest growing health concerns in the United States. To manage this problem, a stepped-care approach is recommended. This approach consists of brief interventions and, if necessary, a more extensive treatment program to help individuals self-manage their drinking habits. Brief interventions fall within the harm reduction philosophy and normally consist of one to five short sessions. In contrast, The Gerontology Alcohol Project (GAP) offers a more comprehensive treatment protocol for individuals who require enhanced self-management guidelines. Both treatment strategies are supported by research conducted with older alcohol abusers.
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