Prevention of elder abuse in Norway: analyzing policies through Kingdon's Multiple Streams Framework

This study aimed to evaluate Norwegian elder abuse prevention policies using the Toronto Declaration's framework, focusing on policy agenda configuration, development, and political processes. It sought to identify gaps and propose recommendations for enhancing policy coherence and effectiveness.

The analysis employed John W. Kingdon's Multiple Streams Framework and document analysis to assess the current state of elder abuse prevention policies. Stakeholder interviews provided insights into implementation challenges and opportunities for policy enhancement.

The study revealed that while Norwegian policies have progressed, significant gaps remain in public awareness, legal enforcement, service accessibility, and systematic data collection. Notably, there is an absence of specific elder abuse legislation. Stakeholder interviews highlighted challenges in policy implementation and suggested areas for improvement.

The findings underscore the need for specialized legislation to better protect older adults. Recommendations include increasing public awareness, enhancing legal frameworks, improving service accessibility, and establishing systematic data collection mechanisms. These measures are crucial for advancing policy coherence and effectiveness in elder abuse prevention.