There is debate about whether ‘elder abuse’ or ‘abuse of an older person’ is more appropriate, given the alternate meaning for ‘elder‘ in many first nations’ people around the world.
See below for research about this and other relevant topics
Elder Abuse Action Australia (EAAA)
Qld Law Society – Seniors and the law
Legal Aid – Elder Abuse
World Health Organisation – Elder Abuse
World Health Organisation – Elder Abuse Infographic
Canada – Elder Abuse Legislation Information
Canada – Legal Definitions of Elder Abuse and Neglect
Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) Elder Abuse National Research
See below for research about this and other relevant topics
Definitions Elder Abuse
Qld Govt – What is Elder AbuseElder Abuse Action Australia (EAAA)
Information
Australian Law Reform Commission Issues Paper – What is Elder AbuseQld Law Society – Seniors and the law
Legal Aid – Elder Abuse
World Health Organisation – Elder Abuse
World Health Organisation – Elder Abuse Infographic
Canada – Elder Abuse Legislation Information
Canada – Legal Definitions of Elder Abuse and Neglect
Research
Human Rights Watch ‘Fading Away’ How Aged Care Facilities in Australia Chemically Restrain Older People with DementiaAustralian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) Elder Abuse National Research
