JOURNAL OF ELDER ABUSE & NEGLECT
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Complexities of Elder Abuse and Neglect
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Elder Mistreatment Research:
The journal emphasizes empirical studies on various forms of elder mistreatment, including physical, emotional, and financial abuse, providing insights into the prevalence, risk factors, and consequences of these issues. - Intervention and Prevention Strategies:
It promotes research focused on developing, implementing, and evaluating interventions aimed at preventing elder abuse and supporting victims, including community-based programs and hospital response models. - Cross-Cultural Perspectives:
The journal encourages studies that explore elder abuse across different cultural contexts, examining how cultural factors influence the perception, reporting, and experiences of elder mistreatment. - Policy and Practice Implications:
Research that addresses the implications of findings for policy-making and practice in fields such as healthcare, social work, and law enforcement is a core focus, aiming to bridge the gap between research and real-world applications. - Psychosocial Factors and Elder Well-being:
The journal highlights studies that investigate the psychosocial aspects surrounding elder abuse, including the impact of social support, loneliness, and mental health on the vulnerability of older adults.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Vulnerabilities and Fraud:
Recent publications have increasingly focused on the risks of fraud victimization among older adults, particularly in the context of digital technology, indicating a growing concern about how online interactions can lead to exploitation. - Community-Based Interventions:
There is a notable trend towards researching community-based interventions and multi-disciplinary approaches that engage various stakeholders in preventing elder abuse and supporting victims, enhancing collaborative efforts. - Impact of Loneliness and Social Isolation:
Studies examining the psychological effects of loneliness and social isolation on older adults' vulnerability to abuse and neglect are gaining traction, highlighting the need for social support mechanisms. - Cultural Competence in Elder Care:
Emerging themes include the importance of cultural competence in understanding and addressing elder abuse, particularly among diverse populations, which is essential for effective intervention and support. - Psychological Resilience and Support Systems:
Research on the role of psychological resilience and supportive relationships in mitigating the effects of elder abuse is on the rise, indicating a shift towards understanding protective factors.
Declining or Waning
- General Awareness Campaigns:
Research specifically focusing on general awareness campaigns about elder abuse has become less prominent, possibly due to a shift towards more targeted interventions and evidence-based practices. - Institutional Abuse in Long-term Care:
The exploration of elder abuse within institutional settings, such as nursing homes, has seen a decrease, indicating a potential shift towards community-based studies and the experiences of older adults living independently. - Historical Perspectives on Elder Abuse:
There has been a waning interest in historical analyses of elder abuse, suggesting a move towards contemporary issues and immediate solutions rather than retrospective examinations. - Elder Abuse in High-Income Countries:
Research specifically examining elder abuse in high-income countries appears to be declining, possibly overshadowed by the increasing focus on global perspectives and issues faced by older adults in low- and middle-income countries. - Static Definitions and Frameworks:
There has been less emphasis on static definitions and frameworks for understanding elder abuse, with a growing preference for dynamic and nuanced approaches that consider context and individual experiences.
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