Physical and psychological violence against the elderly: prevalence and associated factors
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Physical and psychological violence affects over 20% of elderlies, particularly women aged 60-80. Associated factors include living with a partner and daily living dependence, highlighting the need for early intervention.
Area Of Science
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Social Sciences
Background
- Elderly populations are vulnerable to various forms of violence.
- Understanding the prevalence and associated factors of violence against elderlies is crucial for targeted interventions.
- Sociodemographic and clinical indicators can help identify at-risk individuals.
Purpose Of The Study
- To determine the prevalence of physical and psychological violence against elderlies.
- To identify factors associated with violence experienced by elderlies.
- To analyze sociodemographic and clinical indicators of elderlies experiencing violence.
Main Methods
- A household survey was conducted with 729 elderlies in Uberaba - MG.
- Data were analyzed using Chi-square tests and logistic regression.
- Statistical significance was set at p < 0.05.
Main Results
- The overall prevalence of elderly experiencing violence was 20.9%.
- Physical violence prevalence was 5.9%, and psychological violence was 20.9%.
- Associated factors included age (60-80 years), living with a partner, and dependence in instrumental activities of daily living.
Conclusions
- Early identification of domestic violence against elderlies is essential.
- Interventions should focus on protective actions and maintaining functional capacity and social inclusion.
- Addressing the identified risk factors can help reduce violence in this population.
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