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Elder abuse in the United Kingdom.

Bridget Penhale1

  • 1Centre for Health and Social Care Studies and Service Development, University of Sheffield, Samuel Fox House, Northern General Hospital, Sheffield, UK. B.Penhale@sheffield.ac.uk

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Summary

This paper reviews the growing concern and knowledge regarding the abuse and neglect of older adults in the United Kingdom (UK). It explores prevention strategies and challenges within both domestic and institutional settings.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Social Sciences

Background:

  • Societal focus on violence has evolved, with elder abuse and neglect gaining prominence in the UK since the 1990s.
  • Initial concerns centered on domestic abuse, but attention has expanded to institutional settings.
  • Understanding elder abuse is crucial for public health and social welfare.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of current knowledge on elder abuse and neglect in the UK.
  • To discuss challenges and strategies for preventing abuse and neglect of older people.
  • To enhance understanding of elder abuse within UK domestic and institutional contexts.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing research on elder abuse in the UK.
  • Analysis of societal trends and policy shifts concerning elder abuse.

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  • Discussion of prevention issues from a UK perspective.

    • Main Results:

    • Growing body of knowledge on elder abuse and neglect in the UK.
    • Shift in focus from domestic to institutional settings.
    • Identification of key issues in the prevention of elder abuse.

    Conclusions:

    • Continued research and attention are needed to address elder abuse and neglect effectively.
    • Prevention strategies must consider both domestic and institutional environments.
    • Enhanced understanding is vital for protecting vulnerable older adults in the UK.