Older people as victims and perpetrators of crime

2020 ◽  
pp. 871-892
Author(s):  
Claudio Di Lorito ◽  
Birgit Vӧllm
Keyword(s):  
Intensive Care ◽  
Older People ◽  
Psychiatric Services ◽  
Care Needs ◽  
Institutional Settings ◽  
Older Offenders ◽  
The Family ◽  
Victims Of Crime ◽  
Forensic Psychiatric ◽  
Growing Population

Older people are at a higher risk of becoming the victims of crime than of being the perpetrators of it, given the added vulnerability that comes with aging. This chapter examines crime in relation to old age. The first section presents data around older people as victims of crime, and further discusses different types of abuse against older people, which, in the presence of intensive care needs and carer burden, may be perpetrated within the family or in residential and institutional settings. The second section of the chapter examines older people as the perpetrators of crime. In particular, it describes how older offenders are dealt within the justice system. It presents data on the growing population of older offenders in prisons and in forensic psychiatric services and reports on whether the unique needs of older offenders are being met in these settings.

scholarly journals Like one of the family? Understanding relationships between migrant live-in care workers and older care recipients in Israel

2018 ◽  
Vol 39 (7) ◽  
pp. 1387-1408 ◽  
Author(s):  
KAREN TESHUVA ◽  
JISKA COHEN-MANSFIELD ◽  
ESTHER IECOVICH ◽  
HAVA GOLANDER
Keyword(s):  
Older People ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Mixed Methods Study ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Care Needs ◽  
Care Recipients ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
The Family ◽  
Care Relationships ◽  
Pearson Correlations

ABSTRACTFrail older people worldwide are increasingly being cared for in their own homes by migrant live-in care workers; however, extant literature on care relationships in this care context is sparse. The purpose of this mixed-methods study was to explore the quality and the nature of care relationships between full-time, live-in migrant care workers and older people in Israel. Quantitative and qualitative data were drawn from a 2014 survey of 116 migrant care workers and 73 older care recipients. Mean scores for four quantitative items relating to care relationships were examined and independent samples t-tests and Pearson correlations were performed, whereas qualitative data were examined using thematic analysis. Credibility of qualitative findings was checked by peer review. Most older people and migrant care workers gave high ratings to the four items. Significant correlations between the two groups were found for their responses on all four relationship items assessed, with only one item (‘get along well’) producing significant t-test differences. Qualitative data provided a deeper understanding of the quantitative ratings of care relationships. Four major qualitative themes emerged as inextricably tied with both groups’ perceptions of positive care relationships. These were: an emotional connection; reciprocity; effective communication; and meeting the older person's care needs. Study findings were interpreted through the theoretical lens of relationship-centred care. Implications of the findings for theory, practice and further research are discussed.

Crime, mental illness, and older people

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Graeme Yorston
Keyword(s):  
Older People ◽  
Direct Consequence ◽  
Personality Change ◽  
Psychiatric Services ◽  
Access To Justice ◽  
Mentally Disordered Offenders ◽  
Younger Adults ◽  
Mentally Disordered ◽  
The Past ◽  
Victims Of Crime

Though older people are less commonly the victims of crime than younger people, they fear the consequences of crime more, and are particularly vulnerable to certain types of crime. There have been difficulties in older people getting access to justice in the past, though this is now improving as the police and prosecuting authorities have become more sensitive to the needs of older people as witnesses. Older people commit far fewer offences than younger adults, but offending in late life can be a direct consequence of a range of mental disorders including depressive psychosis, organic personality change and dementia. Older mentally disordered offenders present different assessment, diagnostic and management challenges to their younger counterparts and specialist secure psychiatric services have evolved to meet their needs. The number of older people in prison has increased dramatically and depression is very common in this group, though it often goes unrecognised and untreated.

The Psychosocial Aspects of Feeding in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Beyond

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (6) ◽  
pp. 1507-1515
Author(s):  
Lauren L. Madhoun ◽  
Robert Dempster
Keyword(s):  
Intensive Care Unit ◽  
Intensive Care ◽  
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit ◽  
Hospital Discharge ◽  
Neonatal Intensive Care ◽  
Oral Feeding ◽  
Medical Attention ◽  
Primary Role ◽  
Speech Language Pathologists ◽  
The Family

Purpose Feeding challenges are common for infants in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). While sufficient oral feeding is typically a goal during NICU admission, this can be a long and complicated process for both the infant and the family. Many of the stressors related to feeding persist long after hospital discharge, which results in the parents taking the primary role of navigating the infant's course to ensure continued feeding success. This is in addition to dealing with the psychological impact of having a child requiring increased medical attention and the need to continue to fulfill the demands at home. In this clinical focus article, we examine 3 main areas that impact psychosocial stress among parents with infants in the NICU and following discharge: parenting, feeding, and supports. Implications for speech-language pathologists working with these infants and their families are discussed. A case example is also included to describe the treatment course of an infant and her parents in the NICU and after graduation to demonstrate these points further. Conclusion Speech-language pathologists working with infants in the NICU and following hospital discharge must realize the family context and psychosocial considerations that impact feeding progression. Understanding these factors may improve parental engagement to more effectively tailor treatment approaches to meet the needs of the child and family.

Phytochemistry and Pharmacology of Genus Bombax

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 184-196
Author(s):  
Deepshikha Rathore ◽  
Geetanjali ◽  
Ram Singh
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Health Care Needs ◽  
Human Beings ◽  
Care Needs ◽  
Pharmacological Activities ◽  
Therapeutic Applications ◽  
Chemical Structures ◽  
Supportive Role ◽  
The Family ◽  
History Of

Background: The history of traditional systems of medicine goes parallel with the history of human beings. Even today people have faith in traditional systems of medicine based on medicinal plants to meet primary health care needs. Hence, the scientific evaluation and documentation of extracts and active ingredients of medicinal plants always play a supportive role in their medicinal applications. Objective: This review aims to present the phytochemicals isolated from the genus Bombax and their pharmacological applications. Methods: The literature from research and review papers was analyzed and the information was compiled to present the pharmacological applications of various secondary metabolites from genus Bombax. Results: The genus Bombax belongs to the family Malvaceae and known for its therapeutic applications. The crude, semi-purified and purified extracts of different parts of this plant have shown potential therapeutic applications. A total of 96 articles including research and review papers were referred for the compilation of isolated phytochemicals and their chemical structures. Conclusion: We systematically summarized 176 isolated compounds from the genus Bombax. The findings show that this plant shows potential towards pharmacological activities. The activities were found more from extracts than the single isolated compounds.

scholarly journals Registered nurses’ role experiences of caring for older stroke patients: a qualitative study

BMC Nursing ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Wei Cheng ◽  
Jiong Tu ◽  
Xiaoyan Shen
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Education ◽  
Older People ◽  
Registered Nurses ◽  
Elderly Care ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Stroke Patients ◽  
Care Needs ◽  
Nursing Clinical Practice

Abstract Background With China’s population ageing rapidly, stroke is becoming one of the major public health problems. Nurses are indispensable for caring for older patients with acute and convalescent stroke, and their working experiences are directly linked to the quality of care provided. The study aims to investigate registered nurses’ experiences of caring for older stroke patients. Methods A qualitative descriptive design was adopted. Data were collected via semi-structured interviews with 26 registered nurses about their lived experiences of caring for older stroke patients. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data. Results Two main themes were identified. First, the nurses identified an obvious gap between their ideal role in elderly care and their actual practice. The unsatisfactory reality was linked to the practical difficulties they encountered in their working environment. Second, the nurses expressed conflicting feelings about caring for older stroke patients, displaying a sense of accomplishment, indifference, annoyance, and sympathy. Caring for older stroke patients also affects nurses psychologically and physically. The nurses were clear about their own roles and tried their best to meet the elderly people’s needs, yet they lack time and knowledge about caring for older stroke patients. The factors influencing their working experiences extend beyond the personal domain and are linked to the wider working environment. Conclusions Sustaining the nursing workforce and improving their working experiences are essential to meet the care needs of older people. Understanding nurses’ lived working experiences is the first step. At the individual level, nurse mangers should promote empathy, relieve anxiety about aging, and improve the job satisfaction and morale of nurses. At the institutional level, policymakers should make efforts to improve the nursing clinical practice environment, increase the geriatric nursing education and training, achieve a proper skill mix of the health workforce, and overall attract, prepare and sustain nurses regarding caring for older people in a rapidly aging society.

scholarly journals Comparison of three fixation methods for orotracheal intubation in 95 adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ye Sun ◽  
Hua Fan ◽  
Xiao-Xia Song ◽  
Hua Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Intensive Care Unit ◽  
Intensive Care ◽  
Tracheal Intubation ◽  
Older People ◽  
Endotracheal Intubation ◽  
Orotracheal Intubation ◽  
The Other ◽  
Fixation Methods ◽  
The Difference

Abstract Background The present study aimed to compare three fixation methods for orotracheal intubation. Methods Through literature retrieval, the effects of the adhesive/twill tape method, fixator method, and adhesive/twill tape–fixator alternation method on patients with tracheal intubation in the intensive care unit (ICU) were compared. Results The fixator and alternation methods were more effective in protecting the tongue mucosa and teeth. The alternation method was superior to the other two methods in maintaining the position of the endotracheal intubation. However, the difference in facial and lip injuries between the three methods was not statistically significant. Conclusion The fixator method can significantly reduce intraoral injury and is more suitable for older people with weak tongue mucosa and loose teeth. These are worth popularizing among a wider group.

Evaluating a Model of Service Integration for Older People with Complex Health Needs

2005 ◽  
Vol 4 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 34-41 ◽  
Author(s):  
Steve Bird ◽  
William Kurowski ◽  
Gillian Dickman
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Older People ◽  
Service Integration ◽  
Evaluation Process ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Multiple Chronic Conditions ◽  
Health Care Needs ◽  
Care Needs ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Methods

Background Older people with multiple chronic conditions and complex health care needs require a comprehensive, accessible and well-coordinated system of services. To address this growing problem, a consortium of acute and community-based health care organisations implemented a ‘Patients First’ model of service integration for the target population. The project evaluation utilised a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods in an action research framework. Findings The evaluation process not only demonstrated the benefits of the project to patients and the health care system, but also contributed to the identification of pivotal components in the model, aspects requiring attention and consequently their refinement. It was also a vehicle for the development of a sense of ownership amongst staff and has evolved into an integral part of the model.

Dialogue and challenge among different specialities

2011 ◽  
Vol 26 (S2) ◽  
pp. 2059-2059
Author(s):  
A.R. Atti
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Older People ◽  
Cognitive Disorders ◽  
Case Manager ◽  
Psychiatric Services ◽  
Psychiatric Nurses ◽  
Worldwide Phenomenon ◽  
Socio Economic Impact ◽  
Care Of Elderly ◽  
Medical Advances

IntroductionThanks to social, technological, and medical advances occurred during the last century, the aging of the population has become a worldwide phenomenon (Kinsella, 2002). The high socio-economic impact of this demographic transition has recently stimulated a growing interest for the aging process (Lunenfeld, 2008) and elderly mental health has been receiving increasing attention (Mental Health in Older People. Consensus, 2008).ObjectiveOld age psychiatry, or psychogeriatric, deals with psychiatric conditions that predate the ageing process such as schizophrenia or depression, and with diseases occurring later in life like dementia and other cognitive disorders. To cope with the increased workload due to older people, Psychiatric Services are required to provide multidisciplinary, comprehensive and integrated care.AimsTo investigate the attitude of Bologna's Psychiatric Services in the care of elderly affected by psychiatric disorders.MethodsSelf-completed questionnaires administered to psychiatrists.ResultsPsychogeriatric is the second main priority of psychiatry for the new millennium. Psychiatrists working in liason-consultation settings take care of around 20 elderly patients per weeek. Sedation, insomnia and resistant-depression treatment are the most frequent interventions required to psychiatrists by colleagues of other specialities. Psychiatrists report feelings of un-satisfaction and worries for potential drugs side-effects. They “don't like much” dealing with elderly people especially with patients affected by un-treatable conditions such as dementia (narcissistic wound?).ConclusionAccessible and responsive services working in liason with other medical specialists, gero-psychiatric nurses, case manager and social workers might be a good response to the increasing needs of elderly with mental health disorders.

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