http://blvdtreatment.tumblr.com/post/154804847845/addressing-drug-abuse-in-baby-boomers .... Drug abuse habits are following baby boomers as they age. The most significant concerns for this age group are prescription drug use and binge drinking. However, doctors mostly overlook the occurrence of drug and alcohol abuse in this population, as routine screenings for substance abuse are not typically carried out. This could contribute to the problem because health issues and pain make it more likely for a baby boomer to be prescribed opiates and other addictive drugs.