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Defining elder mistreatment

About this study

This study clarifies issues relating to the use of key concepts when studying cases of abuse, neglect and dignity in care. The study focuses on research with older people living in residential and nursing care settings. 

Potential policy impact

The suggestions made in the report will help in developing a more robust evidence base and will help researchers in designing deliverable, sensitive research that makes a positive difference with potentially vulnerable populations.

Methods

Our methods involved:

• Mapping existing research definitions and descriptions of abuse, neglect and dignity in care. 
• Seminars with practitioners, academics, NGOs, private sector organisations, policy bodies and Government. 
• Interviews with two leading academics conducting related research in other countries.
• Interviews with six residents living in care institutions.

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