Do training programs promote identification and treatment in cases of elder abuse in Long Term Care (LTC) facilities?

To examine the impact of training on detection and reporting cases of elder abuse and neglect perpetrated by staff in LTC facilities and to compare staff with previous training to those with no training. A quantitative study in which questionnaires were collected from 250 multi- professional partici...

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Published in:Educational gerontology 2022-08, Vol.48 (8), p.355-367
Main Authors: Alon, Sara, Lang, Barbara, Band-Winterstein, Tova
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult abuse & neglect
Caregiver Training
Educational programs
Elder Abuse
Gerontology
Intervention
Long term health care
Older Adults
Prevention
Professional training
Program Effectiveness
Self-efficacy
Training
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Summary:To examine the impact of training on detection and reporting cases of elder abuse and neglect perpetrated by staff in LTC facilities and to compare staff with previous training to those with no training. A quantitative study in which questionnaires were collected from 250 multi- professional participants at a training seminar. Trainees with previous training on elder abuse reported higher perceived self-efficacy, higher intention to take action asking residents direct questions on abuse, to refer and report cases of elder abuse. They identified more cases of elder abuse in comparison to trainees without previous training. Findings indicate a positive relationship between perceived self-efficacy and intention to take action, and between perceived self-efficacy and direct questioning and referral for further inquiry. Training professionals is essential in coping effectively with elder abuse and neglect in LTC facilities.
ISSN:0360-1277
1521-0472
DOI:10.1080/03601277.2022.2041535