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Initially when elder abuse became visible to the public eye, researchers, professionals and police said that the mistreatment was a result of stress experienced by the caregivers. ...
Victims of elder abuse have a specific trait. ... Past research noted that most victims that report the abuse were women. ...
Elder abuse is like a chronic disease. ... Another study showed that an elderly spouse taking care of another elderly is more likely to abuse than an offspring. Elders that live alone only experience roughly about ¼ of mistreatment that is caused on those living with others
Existing studies have been unable to determine the causes of elderly abuse and neglect. ... Past research hasn’t had much focus on the consequences of elder abuse except for the obvious from physical injuries and monetary loses.
Approximate Word count = 565
Approximate Pages = 2.3
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