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The elderly, COVID-19, and violence: A qualitative content analysis
Jasem Nozarpour1, Masoud Fallahi-Khoshknab1, Narges Arsalani1
1Department of Nursing, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care
|July 1, 2024
Summary
Elderly individuals experiencing domestic violence during the COVID-19 pandemic often hide abuse due to fear of rejection and lack of support. This hidden violence escalates, highlighting the need for immediate intervention and policy changes.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- Elder abuse is a growing social health issue, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Domestic violence against the elderly presents unique challenges during public health crises like pandemics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the concept of violence against the elderly during COVID-19 lockdowns.
- To understand the experiences and perceptions of elderly individuals subjected to violence.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study employing conventional content analysis.
- Data collected through unstructured interviews and field notes from 13 elderly participants.
- Analysis conducted using MAXQDA-10 software.
Main Results:
- Elderly victims face ambiguity in identifying and addressing violence.
- Fear of family rejection and escalating abuse contribute to hidden violence.
- Lack of organizational support prevents reporting and perpetuates abuse.
Conclusions:
- Failure to seek help and inadequate support systems allow violence against the elderly to persist.
- Nurses and health policymakers must develop strategies to combat elder abuse during and after the pandemic.
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