Elder Abuse : Perceptions and Knowledge

Author

Carole A. Kiecker

Document Type

Thesis - University Access Only

Award Date

2006

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Department / School

Sociology and Rural Studies

Abstract

The following study is an analysis of a sample of small town and rural perceptions and knowledge of elder abuse. A synthesis of role and identity theories utilized within a broad symbolic interactionist framework has guided this investigation. In June 2005, questionnaires were mailed to members of a general, farm based organization in North Dakota to establish a baseline of small town and rural perceptions and knowledge of elder abuse. Analysis revealed that the rural respondents are aware of the six dimensions of elder abuse as noted in the literature and have previous knowledge of elder abuse.

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Older people -- Abuse of -- Public opinion

Older people -- Abuse of -- North Dakota

Format

application/pdf

Number of Pages

78

Publisher

South Dakota State University

Recommended Citation

Kiecker, Carole A., "Elder Abuse : Perceptions and Knowledge" (2006). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 10.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/etd2/10