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WorldView Environmental Scan on Elder Abuse.

Elizabeth Podnieks¹, Georgia J Anetzberger, Susannah J Wilson

¹Ryerson University, Ontario, Canada. elizabeth.podnieks@utoronto.ca

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|April 15, 2010

Summary

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Elder abuse is a global issue influenced by societal changes and victim isolation. Addressing this requires overcoming cultural, linguistic, and accessibility barriers to protect older adults' rights and dignity.

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Oral Health Assessment by Lay Personnel for Older Adults

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Published on: February 2, 2020

Area of Science:

Gerontology
Public Health
Social Sciences

Background:

Growing global recognition of elder abuse necessitates a comprehensive understanding of its scope and interventions.
Existing knowledge gaps regarding international elder abuse prevalence and response strategies were identified.

Purpose of the Study:

To conduct the first global environmental scan on elder abuse.
To collect data on the nature of elder abuse and worldwide responses, including legislation, services, education, and research.

Main Methods:

A survey questionnaire was distributed globally.
Data were collected from 53 countries and 362 respondents across six World Health Organization regions.

Main Results:

Key contributing factors to elder abuse include socioeconomic changes, victim isolation, lack of awareness, intergenerational conflict, and poverty.
Barriers to intervention include cultural norms, language, literacy, stigma, mobility issues, funding shortages, and limited internet access.

Conclusions:

Findings highlight the urgent need for global and national action to combat elder abuse.
Recommendations emphasize systemic changes to safeguard the rights and dignity of older adults worldwide.