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Caracterização dos fatores de risco para a violência contra idosos perpetrada por cuidadores
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A violência contra a pessoa idosa é caracterizada por qualquer ação, comportamento ou omissão que cause dano a uma pessoa idosa. Esta problemática pode ocorrer em ambientes nos quais deveria existir uma relação de confiança, como relações familiares e/ou contextos institucionais (i.e., cuidadores da pessoa idosa). O presente estudo tem como finalidade analisar as características sociodemográficas dos agressores e das vítimas, caracterizar os fatores de risco e proteção associados à violência contra idosos perpetrada por agressores cuidadores e, verificar se existe associação entre os tipos de violência perpetrada e os fatores de risco e de proteção. A amostra é constituída por 53 processos de avaliações de risco de violência doméstica. Os dados foram recolhidos com recurso ao instrumento Assessment Guidelines for Elder Domestic Violence (AGED). Observou-se que a maioria das vítimas são do sexo feminino e, por sua vez, a maioria dos agressores são do sexo masculino. Os descendentes são os principais perpetradores de violência, verificando-se a violência psicológica como o tipo de violência mais praticada. Destacam-se como fatores de risco do agressor, os comportamentos agressivos, o abuso de substâncias, os problemas financeiros, emocionais e/ou psicológicos e legitimação e/ou banalização da violência. Já nos fatores de proteção, destaca-se o suporte social e comunitário. Observaram-se associações entre os vários tipos de violência (violência física, violência psicológica e negligência) e os fatores medidos pelo instrumento. Verificou-se que quando há ocorrência de negligência, existe uma presença significativamente superior de fatores de vulnerabilidade da vítima. Os resultados destacam a importância de adotar estratégias preventivas e interventivas, envolvendo a colaboração entre os diferentes setores da sociedade e, ainda a necessidade de medidas públicas voltadas para a proteção da pessoa idosa.
Elder abuse is characterized by any action, behavior, or omission that causes harm to an elderly person. This issue can occur in environments where there should be a relationship of trust, such as family relationships and/or institutional contexts (i.e., caregivers of the elderly). The present study aims to analyze the sociodemographic characteristics of both perpetrators and victims, characterize the risk and protective factors associated with elder abuse perpetrated by caregiver aggressors, and determine if there is an association between the types of violence perpetrated and the risk and protective factors. The sample consisted of 53 risk assessment processes of domestic violence. Data were collected using the Assessment Guidelines for Elder Domestic Violence (AGED) instrument. It was observed that the majority of victims are female, while the majority of perpetrators are male. Descendants are the primary perpetrators of violence, with psychological violence being the most commonly practiced type. Risk factors for the aggressor include aggressive behaviors, substance abuse, financial, emotional, and/or psychological problems, and legitimization and/or trivialization of violence. On the other hand, protective factors include social and community support. Associations were observed between various types of violence (physical violence, psychological violence, and neglect) and the factors measured by the instrument. It was found that when neglect occurs, there is a significantly higher presence of victim vulnerability factors. The results highlight the importance of adopting preventive and intervention strategies involving collaboration among different sectors of society, as well as the need for public measures aimed at protecting the elderly.
Elder abuse is characterized by any action, behavior, or omission that causes harm to an elderly person. This issue can occur in environments where there should be a relationship of trust, such as family relationships and/or institutional contexts (i.e., caregivers of the elderly). The present study aims to analyze the sociodemographic characteristics of both perpetrators and victims, characterize the risk and protective factors associated with elder abuse perpetrated by caregiver aggressors, and determine if there is an association between the types of violence perpetrated and the risk and protective factors. The sample consisted of 53 risk assessment processes of domestic violence. Data were collected using the Assessment Guidelines for Elder Domestic Violence (AGED) instrument. It was observed that the majority of victims are female, while the majority of perpetrators are male. Descendants are the primary perpetrators of violence, with psychological violence being the most commonly practiced type. Risk factors for the aggressor include aggressive behaviors, substance abuse, financial, emotional, and/or psychological problems, and legitimization and/or trivialization of violence. On the other hand, protective factors include social and community support. Associations were observed between various types of violence (physical violence, psychological violence, and neglect) and the factors measured by the instrument. It was found that when neglect occurs, there is a significantly higher presence of victim vulnerability factors. The results highlight the importance of adopting preventive and intervention strategies involving collaboration among different sectors of society, as well as the need for public measures aimed at protecting the elderly.
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Dissertação para obtenção do grau de Mestre no Instituto Universitário Egas Moniz
Keywords
Idosos Fatores de risco Fatores de vulnerabilidade Cuidadores AGED