Perpetrators of Late Life Polyvictimization

• NCJ Number: 252875
• Journal: Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect Volume: 29 Issue: 5 Dated: 2017 Pages: 313-326
• Author(s): Karen A. Roberto
• Date Published: 2017
• Length: 14 pages
• Grant Number(s): 2012-VF-GX-K014
• Sponsoring Agency: Office for Victims of Crime (OVC)
• Publication Format: Article
• Publication Type: Research (Applied/Empirical); Report (Study/Research); Report (Grant Sponsored); Program/Project Description; Literature Review
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America

Annotation

Drawing upon prior empirical research of apparent cases of polyvictimization, this article reports on what is known about the personal characteristics of perpetrators of polyvictimization, highlights the context of the relationship between perpetrators of polyvictimization and their older adult victims, addresses the potential consequences for perpetrators of polyvictimization, and provides recommendations for future research and practice.

Abstract

Most available data about perpetrators of elder abuse are included as part of the description of abuse experienced by older adults. Embedded within this literature is some evidence that perpetrators of elder abuse are involved in polyvictimization. Findings of this current literature review identify characteristics of and potential outcomes for perpetrators of late life polyvictimization. (publisher abstract modified)