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Poly-victimization and resilience portfolios : trends in violence research that can enhance the understanding and prevention of elder abuse Sherry Hamby, Alli Smith, Kimberly Mitchell and Heather Turner

By: Contributor(s): Material type: ArticleArticleSeries: Journal of Elder Abuse & NeglectPublication details: Taylor & Francis, 2016Subject(s): Online resources: In: Journal of Elder Abuse & Neglect, 2016, Advance online publicationSummary: "This literature review assesses the current state of knowledge about elder abuse and mistreatment, focusing on the lack of incorporation of all forms of elder victimization and the benefits of a poly-victimization framework. This review also includes existing knowledge on risk factors and calls for a greater focus on protective factors and a greater inclusion on family and community factors. Future research, prevention, and intervention would benefit from considering the true burden of elder victimization and a greater implementation of strengths-based approaches to programs. (Authors' abstract). Record #5192
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Journal of Elder Abuse & Neglect, 2016, Advance online publication

"This literature review assesses the current state of knowledge about elder abuse and mistreatment, focusing on the lack of incorporation of all forms of elder victimization and the benefits of a poly-victimization framework. This review also includes existing knowledge on risk factors and calls for a greater focus on protective factors and a greater inclusion on family and community factors. Future research, prevention, and intervention would benefit from considering the true burden of elder victimization and a greater implementation of strengths-based approaches to programs. (Authors' abstract). Record #5192