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Elder abuse research: a systematic review
- Authors:
- DALY Jeanette M., MERCHANT Mary L., JOGERST Gerald J.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 23(4), September 2011, pp.348-365.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
The US National Library of Medicine defines elder abuse as emotional, nutritional, or physical maltreatment of an older person, generally by family members or by institutional personnel. The purpose of this study was to provide a systematic review of, and assign an evidence grade to, research articles on elder abuse. A review of health sciences literature including electronic database searches was used to identify English-language articles reporting completed research on abuse of people aged 55 years or older from any country. 590 publications (492 quantitative studies, 78 qualitative studies, and 20 case studies) were reviewed, annotated and graded. The article discusses the key findings, scope and limitations of elder abuse research. It notes that elder abuse research is minimal and difficult to discern across disciplines, and that none of the publications identified was given the top grade. A table providing details of 14 research intervention studies is included, and the article reports that the 590 annotated publications are available online at the Department of Family Medicine, Carver College of Medicine University of Iowa website.
Elder Mistreatment: an international narrative
- Authors:
- PODNIEKS Elizabeth, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 22(1-2), January 2010, pp.131-163.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
This global research review reports on the work of the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and on diverse aspects elder abuse and neglect, from a range of countries including Canada, United States and Australia, Japan, India, South Korea and others in Asia, United Kingdom, Germany, Russia, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Switzerland, and others in Europe and Scandinavia. The role cultural identity plays is explored and the authors comment on the way different countries share stories, policies and initiatives which stimulates debate and discussion on various cultural nuances active in elder abuse, internationally.
A guide to research in the UK
- Authors:
- MCCREADIE Claudine, comp
- Publisher:
- Action On Elder Abuse
- Publication year:
- 1995
- Pagination:
- 5p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Booklet listing research on elder abuse in the UK.
Researching elder abuse
- Authors:
- OGG Jim, MUNN-GIDDINGS Carol
- Journal article citation:
- Ageing and Society, 13(3), September 1993, pp.389-413.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
There is a growing interest among several disciplines in the phenomenon of the abuse of elderly people. This article examines how elder abuse is being constructed as a social problem and the particular conceptual difficulties which sets elder abuse apart from other forms of family violence. American elder abuse research findings are discussed focusing upon the difficulties of developing indicators of abuse and the consequent problems of comparing findings. A lack of British research on elder abuse is noted and this deficit is examined with reference to the methodological and ethical issues of researching a sensitive topic. The way in which the research process interacts with and influences our understanding of elder abuse is examined in the light of these considerations. Concludes with a call for greater awareness of these issues in future research on elder abuse.
Debatable points
- Author:
- PHILPOT Terry
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 29.7.93, 1993, pp.18-19.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
A panel of experts were bought together to conclude the campaign by 'Community Care' journal on elder abuse. Their discussion included consideration of some practical problems facing practitioners, policy-makers, and government in tackling the problems of uncovering and dealing with elder abuse.
Elder abuse in Britain
- Authors:
- OGG Jim, BENNETT Gerry
- Journal article citation:
- British Medical Journal, 24.10.92, 1992, pp.998-999.
- Publisher:
- British Medical Association
Short reports of a survey carried out in conjunction with the "omnibus" survey of the Office of Population Censuses and Surveys.
Sufferers in silence
- Author:
- PRITCHARD Jacki
- Journal article citation:
- Care Weekly, 9.8.91, 1991, pp.10-11.
Sums up findings of a study of elder abuse in Sheffield, particularly the role of day care staff in detecting it and helping victims to disclose information.
Elder abuse: an exploratory study
- Author:
- MCCREADIE Claudine
- Publisher:
- Age Concern Institute of Gerontology
- Publication year:
- 1991
- Pagination:
- 75p.,tables,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Explores what is currently known about elder abuse in the UK, Canada, and the USA. Defines elder abuse and looks at incidence, recent research, and who is involved in work on the subject. Finally, presents ideas for future research.
Old and abused
- Author:
- PRITCHARD Jacki
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work Today, 15.2.90, 1990, pp.22-2.
- Publisher:
- British Association of Social Workers
Research on the abuse of elderly people has tended to conclude that the majority of victims are female and over 80 -but research in Sheffield has highlighted a far more complex problem.
A framework for polyvictimization in later life
- Author:
- TEASTER Pamela B.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 29(5), 2017, pp.289-298.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
This article provides a context and overview for what is known about polyvictimization in later life. Drawing from previous literature, the article includes a definition of the phenomenon, as well as theoretical constructs by which it may be understood. The authors place other forms of polyvictimization within the context of elder abuse, recognise frameworks for conceptualizing polyvictimization in later life, and distinguish between polyvictimization at younger ages and polyvictimization in later life. The paper concludes with implications of the framework for research, practice, and policy. (Edited publisher abstract)