Reciprocal Abuse: Elder Neglect and Abuse by Primary Caregivers and Caregiver Burden and Abuse in Turkey

The abuse rate among older people and their caregivers is high and similar.

• 186 individuals over the age of 65 and 136 caregivers participated in the study.
• Both older individuals and their caregivers reported experiencing neglect and abuse.
• The relationship between the neglect and abuse faced by older people and the burden felt by caregivers was explored.
• Findings suggest that caregiver burden may be associated with the abuse experienced by older individuals.
• The study highlights the need for increased awareness among psychiatric nursing professionals about elder abuse and neglect.

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