Victimology Final Exam - 11 Flashcards
List the types of elder abuse.
- Physical abuse
- Psychological abuse
- Economic abuse
- Medical violence
- Violence by omission
- Civic violence
- Sexual abuse
- Self-harm
What are some psychological consequences for elderly victims of abuse?
- PTSD
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Stress
- Alienation
- Guilt, shame, fear
How does the World Health Organization (WHO) define elder abuse?
Elder abuse is any act of commission or omission, intentional or unintentional, of a physical, psychological, or material nature, which significantly diminishes the quality of life of the elderly person.
Elder abuse is any act of commission or omission, intentional or unintentional, of a physical, psychological, or material nature, which significantly diminishes the quality of life of the elderly person.
- Cognitive difficulties related to degenerative diseases
- Physical or psychological fragility
- Dependence on the abuser
- Fear of retaliation or abandonment
- Lack of knowledge of support services
- Fear of being placed in care institutions
- Fear of not being believed
- Shame
- Fear of breaking a ‘family pact’
What are the categories of elder abuse?
- Domestic abuse
- Institutional abuse
- Self-inflicted abuse
What are the protective factors for elderly victims of abuse?
- Social, emotional, and affective support
- Functional coping strategies
- Resilience
What are some techniques for listening to elderly victims of crime?
- Provide an appropriate and least traumatizing setting
- Avoid distractions during the listening phase
- Put the elderly person at ease
- Listen to them alone if possible
- Be patient and reassuring
- Take breaks
- Favor narrative or free narration of facts
- Speak slowly and clearly
- Use short, simple sentences
- Do not interrupt them
- Avoid asking multiple questions at once
- Avoid suggestive, multiple-choice, and trailing questions
What are the components of active listening?
- Observation
- Attention
- Understanding
- Empathy
What is an “evidential incident” in the context of elder victimology in Italy?
It is a procedural institution regulated in Article 392 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, used to anticipate the acquisition of evidence that cannot be deferred or is of compelling necessity, aiming to minimize secondary victimization.
What are the needs of elderly victims during investigation and criminal proceedings?
- Need to regain control and overcome helplessness through information and action
- Need to express emotions, receive acknowledgment, and support
- Need for protection
What are some helpful hints to avoid secondary victimization?
- Treat victims as human beings, not just evidence
- Provide information about the progress of the case
- Pay attention to potential trauma
- Ensure emotional support during the process
- Address specific fears or concerns related to the trial
- Inform and consult about potential plea bargains
- Allow victim impact statements
- Refer victims to mental health professionals
- Express sympathy and ask how to help
