A national comparison of spousal abuse in mid- and old age.

J Elder Abuse Negl

a Department of Gerontology , Simon Fraser University, Vancouver , British Columbia , Canada.

Published: August 2014

AI Article Synopsis

  • This study explores risk and protective factors related to spousal abuse among mid-age adults (45-59) compared to old-age adults (60+).
  • Using data from the 1999 and 2004 General Social Surveys, it highlights both similarities and differences in the factors affecting abuse in these two age groups.
  • The findings contribute to understanding social dynamics and emphasize the need for tailored programs and further research in this area.

Article Abstract

This exploratory study addresses whether there are similar or different risks and protective factors associated with spousal abuse among mid-age adults (persons aged 45-59) and old-age adults (persons aged 60 and over). The risk and protective factors of abuse are compared across these two age groups and situated within a life course framework. Cross-sectional data from the 1999 and 2004 General Social Surveys are merged to address the research questions. Overall, it was found that there are as many differences as there are similarities in risk/protective factors connected to individual, relationship, and community environments. The findings are discussed in terms of program development and future research.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/08946566.2013.784085DOI Listing

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