Are Seniors Being Overmedicated Just to Make Them Easier to Manage
November 20, 2025 • 6 min read
Table of Content
Introduction
Why Overmedication Happens in the First Place?
Using Medication as Behavioral Control
Quick Fix for Overworked Care Staff
The Consequences of Overmedication
Physical Risks
Emotional and Social Damage
Signs Families Shouldn't Ignore
Ethical Concerns — Care or Control?
GoInstaCare's Perspective
How Families Can Advocate for Safer Medication Practices?
FAQs
Why are seniors often overmedicated?
What are signs of overmedication in elderly parents?
How can families prevent unnecessary medications?
Are "chemical restraints" legal or ethical?
Conclusion
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