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Training caregivers: the development of an elder abuse prevention program.
F Scogin1, G Stephens, J Bynum
1University of Alabama.
Journal of Health and Human Resources Administration
|January 4, 1991
Summary
This study systematically applies a psychosocial model to prevent elder abuse. Positive results aim to encourage widespread caregiver training, enhancing elder safety.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Social Work
Background:
- Elder abuse is a significant public health issue.
- Existing prevention strategies often lack a systematic, psychosocial approach.
- Caregiver education is crucial for mitigating elder abuse risks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically apply a psychosocial model for elder abuse prevention.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of this novel prevention approach.
- To provide evidence for broader implementation of caregiver training.
Main Methods:
- Systematic application of a psychosocial model.
- Intervention focused on caregiver education and support.
- Data collection on elder abuse indicators and caregiver behaviors.
Main Results:
- The project represents a unique, systematic effort in elder abuse prevention.
- Anticipation of positive results demonstrating model efficacy.
- Data collection and analysis are ongoing.
Conclusions:
- The psychosocial model shows promise for elder abuse prevention.
- Dissemination of findings will support evidence-based practices.
- Encouraging adoption of caregiver training programs is a key objective.