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The elderly, dementia, aggression and risk assessment.
International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry
|March 14, 2000
Summary
Comprehensive guidelines for assessing risks in the elderly are lacking. This review highlights key factors for risk assessment in older adults, particularly those with dementia in residential care.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Forensic Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Lack of clear, comprehensive guidelines for risk assessment in the elderly population.
- Increasing need for robust risk assessment protocols in aged care settings.
Observation:
- A case study involving a patient with dementia who committed homicide in residential care.
- Highlights the complexities of risk assessment in vulnerable elderly individuals.
Findings:
- Identifies critical factors to consider during risk assessment for elderly individuals.
- Emphasizes the importance of individualized assessment in dementia care.
Implications:
- Informs the development of evidence-based guidelines for geriatric risk assessment.
- Aims to improve safety and care standards in residential facilities for the elderly.
- Contributes to understanding violence risk in individuals with cognitive decline.