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The correlation of depression with neglect and abuse in individuals over 65 years of age
Author(s) -
Aylaz Rukuye,
Pekince Hatice,
Işik Kevser,
Aktürk Ümmühan,
Yildirim Hilal
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
perspectives in psychiatric care
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.538
H-Index - 35
eISSN - 1744-6163
pISSN - 0031-5990
DOI - 10.1111/ppc.12451
Subject(s) - neglect , depression (economics) , psychiatry , elder abuse , medicine , health care , mental health , clinical psychology , psychology , gerontology , suicide prevention , poison control , environmental health , economics , macroeconomics , economic growth
Purpose This study was conducted to evaluate the correlation of neglect and abuse with depression in individuals over 65 years of age. Design and Methods This descriptive study included 290 elderly people who were registered at 10 family health centers in Turkey. Findings It was determined that mental health problems were present in the sample, and elderly individuals were exposed to abuse and neglect. The levels of depression were found to be high in elderly individuals with no spouses, low level of education, low income, living with their children and unable to access personalized care. The depression levels were also found to be high in the elderly individuals who were subjected to abuse and neglect. Practical Implications Awareness of healthcare professionals is of great importance in preventing abuse and neglect experienced by elderly individuals.