Lifetime Abuse Victimization and Health Outcomes in Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Kong Jooyoung, Moorman Sara, Qin Yue
Primary Institution: University of Wisconsin Madison
Hypothesis
The study aims to examine the patterns of lifetime abuse victimization and its associations with health outcomes in late adulthood.
Conclusion
Greater exposure to lifetime abuse is linked to a higher risk of depression and more limitations in physical functioning among older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Respondents experienced an average of 1.1 exposure to lifetime abuse victimization.
- Childhood abuse was linked to more health limitations.
- Elder abuse was associated with a higher risk of depression.
Takeaway
If older people have been hurt a lot in their lives, they might feel sad and have trouble moving around.
Methodology
Data were drawn from the Wisconsin Longitudinal Study and multivariate analyses were conducted to assess the associations between lifetime abuse victimization and health outcomes.
Participant Demographics
Older adults with a mean age of 80.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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