Training for Abusive Caregivers:

Abstract

This article proposes a model for elder abuse intervention based on a recently implemented caregiver training program. Caregivers at-risk for abuse were offered traiing through mental health centers on biopsychocosil issues in aging, problem-solving, stress and anger management, and utilization of community resources. Participants were compared with similar caregivers on measures of psychosocial well-being to examine the efficacy of training. Participants experienced some reduction in symptoms of psychological distress and caregiving burden over time while symptoms worsened or remained unchanged for non-participants. Suggestions are made for utilizing this approach in cases of founded abuse.

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