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Multiethnic perspectives on elder mistreatment.

Charles P Mouton1, Anne C Larme, Cynthia L Alford

  • 1Department of Community Health and Family Practice, Howard University College of Medicine, Washington, DC 20059, USA. cmouton@howard.edu

Journal of Elder Abuse & Neglect
|April 14, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Interpretations of elder mistreatment (EM) vary among multiethnic older adults. Understanding these diverse perspectives is crucial for developing effective EM intervention strategies.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Social Sciences
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Elder mistreatment (EM) is a significant public health issue affecting older adults.
  • Understanding diverse interpretations of EM is essential for effective prevention and intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore and understand how multiethnic older adults interpret elder mistreatment (EM).
  • To identify factors influencing the perception and definition of EM across different ethnic groups.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative study utilizing focus group sessions with multiethnic older adults and elder care professionals.
  • Analysis of vignette-based discussions to elicit interpretations of EM, including occurrence, severity, perpetrator, and victim characteristics.

Main Results:

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  • Four key interpretation categories emerged: social expectations, caregiver expectations, victim characteristics, and interaction characteristics.
  • Themes included gender roles, filial obligations, ageism, caregiver burden, victim dependency, and perpetrator intent.
  • Factors such as resistance to care, retaliation, and habitual occurrence influenced the identification of mistreatment.

Conclusions:

  • Older adults' interpretations of EM are influenced by a complex interplay of social, cultural, and individual factors.
  • Recognizing these diverse interpretations is vital for tailoring culturally sensitive and effective EM intervention strategies.