Elder Abuse: Recognizing and Preventing a Silent Suffering

Elder Abuse: Recognizing and Preventing a Silent Suffering

Elder abuse is a grave and pervasive issue that affects millions of older adults worldwide. Defined as the mistreatment and neglect of older adults, elder abuse can take many forms, each causing profound harm to the victim’s physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Despite its prevalence, elder abuse remains a largely “silent suffering,” an under-reported crime […]