Aging, Ageism and Abuse

de Gloria M. Gutman

Population aging is occurring world wide. Reports of abuse and neglect of older men and women are also evident on a global basis. While much of the work on identification, treatment and prevention of abuse of older persons has been within the family setting, it cannot be separated from the broader experience of growing old in contemporary society. Time and time again, issues around legislation, policy and practice collide with human rights, societal attitudes and stereotypes. .. .. Raising awareness of the link between aging, ageism and abuse, is one goal of this book and a necessary first ste.