Table of Contents

About This Course

1. Introduction to Elder Abuse
2. The Basics of Elder Abuse
3. Substance Use and Other Risk Factors
4. Screening and Assessment
5. Intervention and Treatment
6. Preventing Elder Abuse

Supplements
Case Studies
References
Resources

Out of the Shadows
Uncovering Substance Use and Elder Abuse

Screening for Intimate Partner Violence

Intimate partner violence can occur at any age. Health and mental health practitioners working with older adults, particularly women, should routinely screen for intimate partner violence. Routine screening for violence also helps victims discuss the issue. Abused women have stated that an important aspect of a doctor's visit is the ability to talk about the abuse.

Many screening tools can help identify domestic violence. The following resources concern older adults:

• Domestic Abuse in Later Life
• Danger Assessment

For more information about abuse in later life, see the National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life