Elder Abuse Flashcards
0
Q
Why are the elderly considered a vulnerable population?
A
They have higher suicide rates than the average public
1
Q
Name some types of elder abuse
A
Physical Sexual Psychological Neglect Economic Abandonment
2
Q
T or F social workers are mandated reporters for elder abuse & neglect
A
True
3
Q
What age does elder abuse apply for?
A
60+
4
Q
What are some risk factors for elder abuse?
A
- Physical or mental impairment of elder
- Caregiver stress
- History if family violence
- Shared living arrangement between elder and caregiver
- Social isolation
- Dependence of abuser on elder
- Psychopathology of caregiver
5
Q
Who defines elder abuse laws
A
States
