Elder Abuse Phenomenon

Paper Summary:

This research paper analyzes the phenomenon of elder abuse. It discusses the phenomenon in general and specifically examines its contribution to premature death among this population in particular. The paper then aims to identify opportunities for improving the delivery of support services to the elderly and discusses best practices as they exist today.

Table of Contents:
Abstract
Chapter 1: Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of Study
Importance of Study
Scope of Study
Rationale of Study
Overview of Study
Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature
Chapter 3: Methodology
Description of the Study Approach
Data-gathering Method and Database of Study
Chapter 4: Data Analysis
Chapter 5: Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations

From the Paper:

"Estimates on the incidence of elder abuse in the United States are confounded by several factors, including the "hidden" nature of the problem in many families and the reluctance of the elderly to report such abusive behaviors for fear of retribution or being institutionalized in the alternative. While experts vary on their estimates of the incidence of the elder abuse in the U.S. today, even the low-end estimates suggest that the problem is great and is simply going to get worse in the years to come as more and more baby boomers reach retirement age and their adult children assume some degree of caregiving responsibilities for them. While elder abuse in institutional settings is perhaps more well publicized, the research was clear in showing that much abuse takes place in the elder's home by family members including spouses. While men were shown to be the abusing partner in many relationships, it quickly became clear that elder males were also on the receiving end of much elder abuse as well."

Sample of Sources Used:

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• Baker, M. W., & Heitkemper, M. M. (2001). Nursing Outlook, 53(5), 253-9.

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