Dept of Psychiatry 2012 DEFINITION Exerting any physical mental or financial power over elderly that Infringes on the rights of a person TYPES ABUSE SYMPTOMS Physical Bruises Cuts abrasions ID: 777952
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ELDER ABUSE
Dr C
KotzéDept of Psychiatry2012
Slide2DEFINITION: Exerting any physical, mental or financial power over elderly that
Infringes on the rights of a person
Slide3TYPES ABUSE
SYMPTOMS
Physical
Bruises
Cuts / abrasions
Fractures
Sexual
Difficulty walking / standing
Bruising
Bleeding
Slide4TYPES ABUSE
SYMPTOMS
Emotional
Anxious
Withdrawal
Depression
Financial
Unusual bank balances
Illegible signature
Accounts not paid
Slide5TYPES ABUSE
SYMPTOMS
Neglect
Untreated illnesses
Malnutrition
Dehydration
Infringement of human rights
Access to pension
Access to treatment
Disrespect
Slide6RISK FACTORS - VICTIMAge >80
FemaleLow socio-economic statusPhysical / Mental impairment –need help with daily activities
Dementia with behavioural disturbance
Slide7RISK FACTORS – VICTIM Multiple medications
Substance abuse (self)Poor social / family supportCommunication deficitHistory of abuse
Slide8RISK FACTORS: ABUSERS/CAREGIVERS
FemalePoor social / family supportStress: Work, marriage, financial, health
Lack of help or trainingSubstance abuse
Slide9RISK FACTORS: ABUSERS/CAREGIVERS
Poor previous relationship with elderThey isolate / restrict elderly
Poor mental or physical healthLow self esteemPoor impulse control
Slide10MANAGEMENT
Detailed history & clinical exam Good note keepingAttend to injuries and other complicationsRemove from abusive situation
Get support for patient and family
Slide11ACTION YOU MUST TAKED.G Social Development (Welfare) must be informed
Older Persons Act 13,2006
Slide12OptionsPolice Department
10111Practically: Social worker at local office notified or police
HEAL: 0800 003 081(Halt Elder Abuse LineProtection Order from Magistrate (Domestic Violence Act, 116 of 1998)
Slide13EndThank You