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Elder abuse.

Susan Kurrle1

  • 1Rehabilitation and Aged Care Service, Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Health Service, New South Wales. skurrle@doh.health.nsw.gov.au

Australian Family Physician
|November 10, 2004
PubMed
Summary
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Elder abuse, any behavior causing harm to older adults, is a significant community issue. General practitioners (GPs) are crucial in identifying and managing elder abuse due to their frequent patient contact and established relationships.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Medical Ethics

Background:

  • Elder abuse is a prevalent yet underrecognized issue affecting community-dwelling older adults.
  • Approximately 5% of older adults experience abuse, highlighting a critical public health concern.

Observation:

  • General practitioners (GPs) are uniquely positioned to identify elder abuse due to regular patient interaction.
  • Long-standing relationships with patients and their families enable GPs to recognize subtle signs of abuse.

Findings:

  • Elder abuse encompasses patterns of behavior causing physical, psychological, financial, or social harm.
  • GPs play a pivotal role in the early detection and subsequent management of elder abuse cases.

Implications:

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  • Enhanced GP training in elder abuse identification is essential for effective intervention.
  • Strengthening the GP's role can lead to improved outcomes and support for elder abuse victims.