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elder abuse, neglect, and maltreatment  

Definition

  • Ideally, families provide all members with mutual love, respect, and support. An alternate disturbing reality is that the majority of elder abuse takes place within the context of family. [Source: Encyclopedia of Victimology and Crime Prevention; Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Maltreatment]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-NKJT3DPK-2

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