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Developing an empirical profile for elder abuse research in Canada
- Authors:
- WALSH Christine A., YON Yongjie
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 24(2), April 2012, pp.104-119.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
In the context of the ageing population of Canada and associated caregiving demands, this article aims to provide a review of existing literature and to identify recommendations and directions for future elder abuse research. It covers definitions of elder abuse, Canadian resources on elder abuse, prevalence rates of elder abuse in Canada, risk and protective factors, characteristics of individuals experiencing abuse and of perpetrators, and environmental factors. The authors identify significant gaps in the knowledge base that affect the development of effective programming and policies, concluding that an accurate picture of the extent and nature of elder abuse in Canada is unavailable. They include recommendations for research directions to support elder abuse policy work.
Is ageism in university students associated with elder abuse?
- Authors:
- YON Yongjie, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Intergenerational Relationships, 8(4), 2011, pp.386-402.
- Publisher:
- Routledge
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia
Previous research suggests young adults, compared to middle aged adults, display higher levels of ageist attitudes toward older people and that elder abuse is increasing. However, little attention has been given to elder abuse by young adults in general. This study investigated the likelihood of elder abuse by young adults enrolled in a university. A total of 206 students completed questionnaires on attitudes toward older persons and their proclivity to elder abuse. Findings suggest that student attitudes were correlated with elder abuse. Proclivity to psychological abuse was 32%, compared to physical abuse at 2.4%. Psychological abuse included stomping out the room, name calling, and shouting or yelling. Threats and destruction of property were less common. The authors concluded that resources should be allocated to existing services in order to raise awareness of the increasing vulnerability of older people, and encourage better intergenerational dialogue.