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Elder abuse and neglect: what physicians can and should do.

Mahnaz Ahmad1, Mark S Lachs

  • 1Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, The Weill Medical College of Cornell University, New York, NY 10021, USA.

Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
|October 10, 2002
PubMed
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Physicians report few elder abuse cases despite rising reports. Understanding clinical signs and barriers is key for effective intervention strategies to protect seniors.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatrics
  • Public Health
  • Medical Ethics

Background:

  • Elder abuse is a growing public health concern with increasing reports to official agencies.
  • Physicians play a critical role in identifying and reporting elder abuse, yet underreport cases.
  • Numerous barriers hinder physicians from reporting suspected elder abuse.

Observation:

  • Physicians report only 2% of all elder abuse cases brought to official agencies.
  • The study reviews the terminology, epidemiology, and clinical indicators of elder abuse in community settings.
  • Practical intervention strategies for healthcare professionals are discussed.

Findings:

  • Despite increasing official reports, physician reporting of elder abuse remains extremely low.
  • A comprehensive understanding of elder abuse's scope, signs, and contributing factors is essential.
  • Effective intervention requires addressing physician-specific barriers to reporting.

Implications:

  • Enhanced physician education on elder abuse recognition and reporting protocols is crucial.
  • Systemic changes are needed to overcome barriers and improve elder abuse detection rates.
  • Early identification and intervention by healthcare providers can significantly improve outcomes for elder abuse victims.

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