Prevalence of Elder Abuse and its Related Factors among Elderly Referring to Social Security Outpatient Clinic in Yasouj, Iran

Papi, Shahab; Akbari, Samad; Foroughan, Mahshid; Zanjari, Nasibeh; Moghadasi, Amir Mohamad; Zandieh, Zhale

doi:10.18502/ehj.v8i2.11548

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“…In that study, the sample was taken from older people who were referred to the social security clinic, which could be the reason for the high prevalence. 93 In the present study, rejection and physical abuse were the least prevalent, with a minor difference. The findings of other studies confirm that the least common elder abuses are physical abuse and rejection.…”

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Prevalence of Self-reported Domestic Elder Abuse and Its Relation with Personality Traits of Older People and Their Family Caregivers

Salarvand,

Azizi,

Bitaraf

et al. 2024

Arch Iran Med

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Background: Elder abuse (EA) is a serious public health issue recognized as a healthcare priority. Personality traits can influence social behaviors. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of self-reported domestic EA and its relationship with personality traits of older people and their family caregivers. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in 2022. The research population included older people living in the urban community of the Lorestan Province (in the western region of Iran) selected by multistage cluster sampling. In general, 998 older people and their family caregivers were sampled. The data collection tool was a three-part questionnaire: a. demographic characteristics of the older people, b. questionnaire on the incidence of elder abuse, and c. short version of the NEO Five-Factor Inventory-Revised (NEO-FFI-R) for measuring the personality traits of the older people or family caregivers. The statistical software used was Stata 14. Results: The present study reported that the prevalence of EA at home was 37.78%. In the present study, older age, female gender, unmarried/single status, lower education, unemployment, and rented house characteristics were predictors of EA. High agreeableness, high extroversion, and low neuroticism reduce conflict and tension in older people with their relatives and family, which appear to be protective factors against EA. Conclusion: Policymakers and health experts should prepare training and screening programs to consider these factors so that older people exposed to EA can be identified more quickly and early interventions can be used to improve their health status and increase their quality of life.

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“…In that study, the sample was taken from older people who were referred to the social security clinic, which could be the reason for the high prevalence. 93 …”

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Prevalence of Self-reported Domestic Elder Abuse and Its Relation with Personality Traits of Older People and Their Family Caregivers

Salarvand,

Azizi,

Bitaraf

et al. 2024

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“…Due to the world's old population's rapid growth and the societal changes, older adults' abuse and neglect are becoming a major social issue [12], and a matter of signi cant concern within the realm of public health, bearing serious implications for social, economic, and health domains [11]. Advanced age, female gender, higher educational status, lower economic status, dependency, loneliness, dementia, social isolation, and a violent family background are risk factors for older adults' abuse [13,14]. Ageism against older people and speci c cultural norms (e.g., normalization of violence) are community-and societal-level elements that have been connected to older adults' abuse instances [15].…”

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Translation, validity, and reliability of the Arabic-language version of the 11- item Neglect and Abuse Scale (NAS) in Community Older Adults

Khalil,

Shaala,

Elnakeeb

et al. 2024

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Background Divergent cultural contexts and norms shape perceptions of elder abuse and neglect in Western and Arab societies. The psychometric properties of instruments measuring elder neglect and abuse in Arabic have not been previously examined. Validating these instruments can enhance the consistency of elder neglect and abuse (NA) prevalence estimates and contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the issue at national, regional, and global levels. This study represents the first attempt to validate the Arabic version of the 11-item Neglect and Abuse Scale (NAS) and establish its psychometric soundness in a sample of Arabic-speaking Older Adults in the Community. Method A cross-sectional study encompassed 539 Arabic-speaking older Egyptians, with 50.3% being female and 60.7% aged between 65 and 75. Participants completed an anonymous Google form-based questionnaire that included the NAS, the Older People's Quality of Life-brief (OPQOL-brief) Questionnaire, 15-item Resilience Scale of Older Adults (RSOA), and sociodemographic inquiries. The forward-backward translation method was employed to ensure accurate translation. Results Exploratory Factor analysis with Varimax rotation unveiled two factors from the NAS, reflecting the multidimensional nature of the scale. Confirmatory factor analysis validated the two-factor solution, demonstrating a good fit to the data. Reliability assessments showed a satisfactory level of internal consistency for the overall score and the two factors (Cronbach’s α = .83 − .88 / McDonald’s ω = .83 − .89). Sex invariance tests indicated that male and female participants did not significantly differ in the measurement features, suggesting the scale's applicability and interpretability across sexes. Concurrent validity analysis revealed a moderate negative correlation between the Arabic NAS scores, RSOA (r =-.28, p < .001) and OPQOL-brief (r =-.41, p < .001) scores. Conclusion This study provides a valid and reliable tool to identify and evaluate older adults’ abuse and neglect in Arabic-speaking communities, supporting effective intervention and prevention efforts. It also facilitates cross-cultural comparisons of abuse and neglect rates, risk factors, and outcomes between Arabic-speaking community-dwelling older adults and other language groups, advancing the global understanding of this issue.

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“…Recent articles from various regions in Iran indicate prevalence rates of elder abuse at 78% (10), 44.6% (11), 75.4% (12), and 55.2% (13). Recognizing the importance of the elderly population and their significant impact on society, particularly as our population ages, prompted our study design to address the lack of data on elder abuse in Isfahan.…”

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Prevalence of Elder Abuse and Its Related Factors in Isfahan, Iran

Siadat,

Motamedi

2024

Iran J Psychiatry Behav Sci

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Background: Elder abuse presents a significant public health concern with implications for overall well-being. As Iran undergoes demographic aging, there is a lack of data regarding the prevalence of elder abuse. Objectives: This study aimed to provide insight into the prevalence of elder abuse in Isfahan, Iran. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in Isfahan in 2021, recruiting 424 individuals aged 60 and above from the "Comprehensive Health Services Centers" through simple random sampling. Demographic information and responses to the Elderly Abuse questionnaire were collected via interviews. Descriptive statistics, including mean and confidence intervals, were utilized, while analytical methods such as independent t-tests, chi-square tests, Spearman and Pearson correlation coefficients, and logistic regression were employed for data analysis. Results: The study revealed a 36% prevalence of elder abuse across at least one category, with authority deprivation (19.6%) and emotional neglect (19.3%) being the most prevalent forms. This prevalence was higher among individuals aged 60 - 69 years (adjusted odds ratio (OR) = 2, CI (1.19 - 3.45), P = 0.01), females (adjusted OR = 2.61, CI (1.30 - 5.25), P = 0.007), retirees (adjusted OR = 4.15, CI (1.59 - 10.92), P = 0.004), and those with a history of chronic illness (adjusted OR = 2.11, CI (1.26 - 3.53), P = 0.004). Conclusions: Elder abuse emerges as a significant public health issue in Isfahan. Given the ongoing aging process nationwide, there is a critical need for interventions aimed at preventing and mitigating this public health concern.

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Prevalence of Elder Abuse and its Related Factors among Elderly Referring to Social Security Outpatient Clinic in Yasouj, Iran

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Prevalence of Self-reported Domestic Elder Abuse and Its Relation with Personality Traits of Older People and Their Family Caregivers

Prevalence of Self-reported Domestic Elder Abuse and Its Relation with Personality Traits of Older People and Their Family Caregivers

Translation, validity, and reliability of the Arabic-language version of the 11- item Neglect and Abuse Scale (NAS) in Community Older Adults

Prevalence of Elder Abuse and Its Related Factors in Isfahan, Iran

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