Prevalence of elder abuse: a narrative review.
Br J Community Nurs
; 29(9): 442-446, 2024 Sep 02.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-39240800
ABSTRACT
Elder abuse, a pervasive and distressing phenomenon, continues to pose a significant challenge globally, affecting older adults across diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. This article provides an overview of the prevalence of elder abuse, highlighting its multifaceted nature, risk factors and the imperative need for intervention and prevention strategies. A synthesis of empirical studies, meta-analyses and reputable sources is used to delineate the prevalence rates and patterns of elder abuse across various geographical regions.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Elder Abuse
Limits:
Aged
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Aged80
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Female
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Humans
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Male
Language:
En
Journal:
Br J Community Nurs
Journal subject:
ENFERMAGEM
Year:
2024
Document type:
Article
Country of publication:
United kingdom