Help seeking for drug and alcohol problems among adults age 50 and older: A comparison of the NLAES and NESARC surveys

Due to population aging and generational changes in alcohol and drug use, substance use disorders and treatment need are projected to increase among adults over 50. We analyzed data from two national surveys conducted 10 years apart [(NLAES (1991–1992) and NESARC (2001–2002)] to explore changes in help-seeking for alcohol and drug problems among adults over age 50.

Data were pooled on help