Elder mistreatment (EM) is a global phenomenon, affecting an estimated 1 in 6 older adults.
It is associated with many negative consequences, including worsening physical and mental …

The aim of this review is to summarize the current knowledge on the theoretical concept of
elder neglect (EN), analyze definitions used by researchers and identify their characteristics …

Background With an increasing number of older adults in low-and middle-income countries
(LMIC), the burden of multimorbidity and functional dependence is on the rise. At the same …

Objectives Self-neglect in older adults has become an important public health issue and is
associated with negative health outcomes and increased morbidity and mortality. Social …

Effective communication between nurses and patients is an important factor to quality
nursing care but ineffective nonverbal communication could take a toll on health care …

Background Abuse of elderly women is of great concern and yet relatively little is known
about interventions. Objectives The aim of this study was to develop and test a culturally …

Unfortunately, the family abandonment of Fatima is a case far too familiar, and it represents
only one type of elder abuse that exists around the world. Across all its insidious types, the …

Chapter 3: Between Treasuring and Mistreatment: Elder Abuse in the Eastern Mediterranean
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Elder abuse is a major problem that has physical, sexual, psychological, financial, and
negligence dimensions. This can lead to physical ailments such as fractures and mental …

Background Older people abuse includes intentional or unintentional conduct or omission of
a specific behavior by a trusted person that causes injury or distress to older people. This …