Elder abuse is pervasive and requires urgent response
A multidisciplinary approach is needed to address elder abuse, directly impacting quality of life and requiring urgent response from healthcare professionals.
Elder Abuse
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Elder abuse — A hidden tragedy
The Lancet article highlights the under-reported issue of elder abuse, affecting 2-10% of elderly people and increasing mortality risk by three times. A multidisciplinary approach involving family physicians, nursing, social workers, advocacy organisations, and law enforcement is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
Variations in state laws affect elder abuse documentation
The study found that states with mandatory reporting and tracking of domestic elder abuse reports have higher investigation rates than those without. States that track reports had more investigations and nearly three times as many substantiated cases as those that don't.