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Older Population: Causes of Addiction

Self-reliant generation, forgetfulness, and drug cultures in the 60s and 70s are some causes of addiction in older populations. Brenda Iliff, Executive Director with Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, talks about the growing number of adults and what things can trigger addiction in them.

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