lder abuse cases, emotional abuse is found in 35% of cases, financial abuse is found in 30% of cases, and physical abuse or use of physical force is found in 25% of cases. It is believed that most cases are not reported, making the problem even more prevalent and difficult to assess. The author stated that for women over 80 years, risk factors for sexual and other abuse include needs for assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation. Other risk factors include physical or emotional impairment due
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