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[Association between supporting child and elder abuse in China].
Summary
Elderly individuals who provided less support to their children faced a higher risk of elder abuse in China. This study highlights the association between child support patterns and the prevalence of elder abuse, crucial for prevention strategies.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Sociology
- Public Health
Background:
- Elder abuse is a significant public health concern, particularly in aging populations.
- Understanding risk factors associated with elder abuse is crucial for developing effective prevention and intervention strategies.
- Societal norms regarding familial support can influence the dynamics of elder care and vulnerability to abuse.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between the pattern of financial or instrumental support provided by elderly individuals to their children and the risk of experiencing elder abuse in China.
- To provide empirical evidence to inform policies and interventions aimed at preventing elder abuse.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from the third survey on the Status of Chinese women, including 7,159 residents aged 65 and older.
- Employed Chi-square tests and logistic regression analyses to examine the relationship between child support and elder abuse.
- Adjusted for potential confounding factors to isolate the specific association.
Main Results:
- The overall prevalence of elder abuse was found to be 6.71%.
- Elderly individuals who provided no support to their children (regardless of sex) had a significantly higher risk of abuse (OR=2.32).
- Providing support exclusively to male children (OR=1.99) or female offspring (OR=2.07) also increased the risk compared to supporting both sexes, with no significant difference between supporting only males or only females.
Conclusions:
- A high prevalence of elder abuse exists in China, with specific patterns of child support acting as a significant risk factor.
- Elderly individuals providing less support to their children, particularly those offering no support, are at a greater risk of abuse by family members.
- Findings underscore the need for targeted interventions addressing familial support dynamics in the prevention of elder abuse.
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