1st Edition

Elder Abuse International and Cross-Cultural Perspectives

By Jordan I Kosberg, Juanita L Garcia Copyright 1995
224 Pages
by Routledge

216 Pages
by Routledge

224 Pages
by Routledge

Here is an informative overview of the causes and consequences of elder abuse in countries around the world. This book delves into the global problem of elder abuse and identifies similarities and differences that occur from country to country. Elder Abuse: International and Cross-Cultural Perspectives increases understanding of the problem of elder abuse, helping you recognize more easily the... Read more
Contents Introduction
  • “Elder Abuse” as an Innovation to Australia: A Critical Overview
  • Elder Abuse in Finland
  • Mistreatment of the Elderly in Greece
  • Elder Abuse in Hong Kong: A New Family Problem for the Old East?
  • Elder Abuse in a Forming Society: Israel
  • Elder Abuse in India
  • Elder Abuse in the Republic of Ireland
  • Norway: Weakness in Welfare
  • Elderly Abuse and Neglect in Poland
  • Elder Abuse in South Africa
  • Common and Unique Themes on Elder Abuse From a World-Wide Perspective
  • Reference Notes Included
  • Index

Biography

Kosberg, Jordan I; Garcia, Juanita L