A Conceptual Study On Forms And Types Of Elder Abuse In India
- IJLLR Journal
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Prabhat Pateriya, Research Scholar, Institute of Law, Jiwaji University, Gwalior
ABSTRACT
The increasing ageing population across the world has brought greater attention to the issue of elder abuse as a significant social and legal concern. Elder abuse encompasses various forms of physical, emotional, financial, and psychological harm, as well as neglect and abandonment faced by senior citizens. The present paper aims to conceptually examine the different forms and dimensions of abuse experienced by elderly persons in contemporary society. It analyses the socio-economic and familial factors contributing to the vulnerability of senior citizens and highlights how changing family structures, dependency, and social isolation have intensified the problem. The study further explores the impact of elder abuse on the dignity, health, and well-being of elderly individuals. The paper is primarily descriptive and analytical in nature and is based on secondary sources such as books, journals, reports, and legal materials. The study emphasizes the need for greater social awareness, stronger institutional support, and effective legal protection mechanisms to ensure the safety and dignity of senior citizens.
Keywords: Elder Abuse, Senior Citizens, Emotional Abuse, Financial Exploitation, Elderly Victimization, Social Isolation.
