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What are the consequences of elder abuse?

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What are the consequences of elder abuse?

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Every year, about 2.1 million elderly people nationwide become victims of some form of abuse, the American Psychological Association reports. NCEA data show that the actual number of reports of abuse has continued to climb each year. Tragically, family members—including adult children and spouses—are the most frequent abusers of the elderly. Family members perpetrate the abuse in 90 percent of cases, according to the U.S. Administration on Aging. Abuse also can occur in nursing homes and at the hands of nonfamily caregivers. The consequences of elder abuse are devastating. For an older person, it can mean the loss of independence, a home, life savings, health, dignity and security. “It certainly contributes to malfunctioning communities,” says Aravanis, who has worked in the aging field for 25 years. “I think the consequences are that people in abusive situations die quicker.” What are the warning signs of elder abuse? Unfortunately, older people often feel afraid or ashamed to speak u

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