About 1 in 6 older Australians experiences elder abuse. Here are the reasons they don't get help
- Written by Eileen O'Brien, Professor of Law, Discipline of Law, Justice and Society, University of South Australia
Each year, many older Australians experience abuse, neglect or financial exploitation, usually at the hands of their adult children or other close relatives.
A recent national prevalence study revealed one in six older Australians living at home experiences elder abuse. This may encompass various forms of abuse, such as emotional, financial,...
