Crime and elder abuse : an integrated perspective by Brian K. Payne
By: Payne, Brian K.
Material type: BookPublisher: Springfield, Ill. Charles C. Thomas c2005Edition: 2nd ed.Description: xv, 315 p. ; 27 cm.ISBN: 0398075662.Subject(s): ELDER ABUSE | OLDER PEOPLE | CRIMEDDC classification: 364.1555 CRI Summary: Employing a criminological foundation, this book aims to assist increased understanding of elder abuse. It will be of interest to policymakers, practitioners, and educators in a number of disciplines such as criminology, gerontology, social work, social welfare, sociology, psychology, victimology, and medicine. In this 2nd edition, which draws on new research, tables and figures are updated and sections added, including a new chapter on prevention and/or the minimisation of the consequences of victimisation.Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode |
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Book | Family Violence library | TRO 364.1555 CRI | Available | A00724165B |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 271-301) and index.
Employing a criminological foundation, this book aims to assist increased understanding of elder abuse. It will be of interest to policymakers, practitioners, and educators in a number of disciplines such as criminology, gerontology, social work, social welfare, sociology, psychology, victimology, and medicine. In this 2nd edition, which draws on new research, tables and figures are updated and sections added, including a new chapter on prevention and/or the minimisation of the consequences of victimisation.
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