| Literature DB >> 12371803 |
Abstract
Although reports of elder abuse to official agencies have been steadily increasing, physicians report only 2% of reported cases. Multiple barriers to reporting exist. This article reviews the terminology, epidemiology, and clinical signs associated with elder abuse in the community and offers practical strategies for intervention.Mesh:
Year: 2002 PMID: 12371803 DOI: 10.3949/ccjm.69.10.801
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Cleve Clin J Med ISSN: 0891-1150 Impact factor: 2.321