Abuse of Elderly People : A Handbook for Professionals.

by JackiPritchard (Author), EricSainsbury (Foreword)

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  Paperback
  1994

  $3.25

  Recent years have seen a gradual recognition of the problem of the abuse of the elderly. This book aims to be both a resource and a manual for the variety of professionals working with cases of elderly abuse, as well as student nurses and social workers. The author examines the underlying factors behind abuse, areas in which abuse occurs, including domestic and institutional situations, and ways of recognizing and working with such incidents. Going on to examine the problems faced by those working with abuse, the handbook provides a range of scenarios and exercises to deal with each of these areas. Based on extensive research and practical experience, the book is designed to be used by both professionals and students to enable them to develop the awareness and skills necessary to deal with the different issues involved.