Prevalence and associated risk factors of elder self-neglect among community-dwelling older adults in Turkey

The global increase in the elderly population requires the examination of the problems related to aging. Meeting the multiple and increasing needs of older adults is critical for their health and well-being. This study aims to determine the prevalence of elder self-neglect and associated risk factors. Predictive correlational research was performed. The study sample consists of individuals over 65 (n=484). According to the findings of this study, being a woman, living alone, lack of awareness about regular medication use, and having low daily living activities were found determinants of elder self-neglect. Also, some health-related variables such as chronic diseases, smoking, and alcohol use were associated with elder self-neglect. Identifying the risk factors associated with elder self-neglect will provide a guide for elderly welfare and especially healthcare professionals. Elderly people suspected of self-neglect may be detected at an early stage and directed to preventive and therapeutic interventions.

Dergi

JOURNAL OF ELDER ABUSE & NEGLECT

Yıl

2025

Cilt

37

Sayı

2

Sayfa

132-149

ISSN

0894-6566

eISSN

1540-4129

DOI

10.1080/08946566.2025.2478384

WoS UID

WOS:001445423300001

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