Elder Abuse
- PMID: 26559573
- DOI: 10.1056/NEJMra1404688
Elder Abuse
Abstract
Because older victims of abuse tend to be isolated, their interactions with physicians are important opportunities to recognize abuse and intervene. This review explores the manifestations of elder abuse and the role of multidisciplinary teams in its assessment and management.
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