International Perspectives on Elder Abuse

<p>Elder abuse has been increasingly recognised over the past ten years in many countries and progress has been made in both understanding and addressing the issue. This volume provides a much-needed international overview of the topic.</p><p>Opening with an examination of what elder abuse is Amanda Phelan sets it in a theoretical context and looks at assessment and approaches to the issue in residential and community care environments. The book then presents a range of country studies which provide an overview of the context of elder abuse in the country and a discussion of related policy legislation research and practice. Countries covered include Ireland United Kingdom Spain China Australia Kenya Israel Canada and the United States whilst a regional chapter looks at South America. A concluding chapter draws together cross-cultural comparisons and provides some guidance as to best practice. </p><p>The only comprehensive book in this area <i>International Perspectives on Elder Abuse</i> is an invaluable reference for practitioners academics and researchers from a range of disciplines including nursing social work sociology public health and social policy.</p>