Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

N. Choi; J. Mayer

DOI:10.1300/J083v33n02_02

Corpus ID: 54101962

Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

@article{Choi2000ElderAN,
  title={Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation},
  author={N. Choi and J. Mayer},
  journal={Journal of Gerontological Social Work},
  year={2000},
  volume={33},
  pages={25 - 5}
}

N. Choi, J. Mayer

Published 2000

Psychology

Journal of Gerontological Social Work

Abstract Along with health care providers, social workers are the professionals most likely to be responsible for detecting signs of elder maltreatment and providing interventions and preventive services. In this study, using data from a county adult protective services unit, we discuss the complex nature of domestic elder maltreatment, identify risk factors for different types of maltreatment, and recommend prevention strategies. Specifically, we compare self-neglecting elders and those abused… CONTINUE READING

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