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Times of transition: elder abuse and neglect in Israel
- Authors:
- LOWENSTEIN Ariela, DORON Israel
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 20(2), 2008, pp.181-206.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Israel, like other advanced countries, is ageing but there was no real awareness of elder abuse as a problem until the late 1980s when a joint US-Israeli conference took place in Israel. Research studies followed, but many have been small scale and although more systematic surveys have been conducted in recent years, comprehensive empirical data are still lacking. Intervention developments, largely driven by Eshel (the Association for the Planning and Development of Services for the Aged in Israel) and by relevant ministries, are outlined and legal developments summarised. Future challenges include the need for more research, better multi-disciplinary coordination between agencies with a role in responding to elder abuse, changes to remove paternalism from the legislative framework, the involvement of older people themselves in the debate on abuse, and the provision of proper resources for elder abuse initiatives. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
Domestic violence happens to old people to
- Author:
- LAWRENCE John
- Journal article citation:
- Professional Social Work, August 2008, pp.18-19.
- Publisher:
- British Association of Social Workers
A practitioner working for a local authority reflects on his experiences of working with older people and wonders why society, and service providers, remain poorly prepared for responding to incidents of domestic violence within the homes of older couples.
The prevalence of elder abuse and neglect: a systematic review
- Authors:
- COOPER Claudia, SELWOOD Amber, LIVINGSTON Gill
- Journal article citation:
- Age and Ageing, 37(2), 2008, pp.151-160.
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
Forty-nine studies, of which only seven used measures for which reliability and validity had been assessed, met the inclusion criteria for this review. In general population studies, 6% of older people reported significant abuse in the previous month, and 5.6% of couples reported physical violence in their relationships in the previous year. In studies using valid instruments, nearly 25% reported significant levels of psychological abuse. Five per cent of family carers reported physical abuse towards care recipients with dementia in a year, and a third reported any significant abuse. Sixteen per cent of care home staff admitted significant psychological abuse. However, rates of abuse recorded using objective measures (5%), or reported to home management or adult protective services (1-2%) were low. The study concludes that a quarter of vulnerable adults are at risk of abuse and that only a small proportion of abuse is currently detected.
Abuse of power
- Author:
- HUNT Louise
- Journal article citation:
- Nursing Times, 28.10.08, 2008, pp.14-15.
- Publisher:
- Nursing Times
Domestic abuse among older people has long been overlooked. This article presents an overview of the problem and discusses how health professionals, and in particular nurses, can better support older women who have experienced domestic abuse. Six-key points for nurses are highlighted.
Developing strategies for the prevention, detection and management of elder abuse: the Irish experience
- Authors:
- O’DWYER Clodagh, O’NEILL Desmond
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 20(2), 2008, pp.169-180.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Elder abuse has been officially recognised as a problem in Ireland only since the early 1990s, and its prevalence is still unknown. Policy developments are reviewed, including the briefing of government by the statutory National Council on Aging and Older People, commissioning of research, and the establishment of the Working Group on Elder Abuse. Following recommendations for the Working Group, pilot projects have been conducted and evaluated, leading to recommendations for national policy and practice guidelines, legislative amendments, and education and training initiatives. Progress with implementation has been patchy. The paper concludes with comment on two recent research studies, one revealing serious problems in the institutional care of the elderly. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
Guidance on prosecuting crimes against older people
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Crown Prosecution Service
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Crown Prosecution Service
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 40p.
- Place of publication:
- London
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has already demonstrated their commitment to diversity and to better protecting the vulnerable. This policy goes one step further and explains exactly how the CPS will apply best practice, protect victims and witnesses and prosecute this abhorrent crime effective. The issues addressed in the policy include how the CPS will support older people as victims and witnesses of crime; what special measures - such as screens in court or video links to their home - are available; what happens if the victim withdraws support or no longer wishes to give evidence and continuing a case where that has happened. The policy also summarises some of the wide and complex range of crimes which older people may experience.
Combating elder abuse: the role of guardians for older people in residential care
- Author:
- COX Brian E.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adult Protection, 10(2), May 2008, pp.33-38.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
This article presents a new way of combating neglect/abuse of individual residents, drawing also on preliminary findings from a long-term research project on guardianship.; The article focuses specifically on the need for guardians for people who reside in residential care homes.
Depression and elder abuse and neglect among a community-dwelling Chinese elderly population
- Authors:
- DONG XinQi, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 20(1), 2008, pp.25-41.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
A cross-sectional study of patients in a Nanjing medical centre is reported in which 412 individuals over the age of 60 (mean age 70, 34% female) were assessed using the Geriatric Depression Scale and direct questioning about abuse and neglect . Depression was found in 12% of the sample, and abuse or neglect in 35%. After multiple logistical regression, an increased risk of abuse and neglect was found to be associated with a feeling of dissatisfaction with life, frequent boredom, and frequent feelings of helplessness or worthlessness. Depression was found to be independently associated with abuse and neglect, and is a significant risk factor for abuse and neglect among the older Chinese population. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
Elder abuse in the United Kingdom
- Author:
- PENHALE Bridget
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 20(2), 2008, pp.151-168.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Elder abuse began to attract attention in the UK in the 1990s, following earlier concerns with child abuse and domestic violence. Initially, interest focused on domestic settings but institutional settings are now also being explored. This paper summarises what is currently known about this type of abuse, and about protection and prevention. It also discusses legislative responses, national guidance, local authority responses, the value of a multi-disciplinary approach, and good practice issues. Knowledge about the mistreatment of older people is still incomplete and more research is needed, together with the continuing development of professional standards, systems of accountability, and education and training (including of the general public). (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
An overview of elder abuse and neglect in Australia
- Authors:
- KURRLE Susan, NAUGHTIN Gerard
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 20(2), 2008, pp.108-125.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Until the late 1980s elder abuse was a hidden problem in Australia, especially in relation to older people living in the community. Growing awareness has been driven by a range of official reports and research studies, and the activities of community organisations. The results of some of these are briefly reviewed, together with research, policy and practice responses by the federal government and each of the state governments: South Australia; New South Wales; Queensland; Victoria; Tasmania; Western Australia; the Australian Capital Territory; and the Northern Territory. Approaches differ, being characterised either by advocacy on behalf of the individual or enhancement of the capacity of service providers to respond to cases. A training and education function seems integral to all the different approaches. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).