Prevalence of elder abuse and its correlated factors in Iranian community-dowelling older adults: a cross-sectional study

This study found a high prevalence of elder abuse in Qazvin city, with economic status, employment status, and mental health identified as key predictors. Based on these findings, further in-depth investigations are needed to explore the underlying causes of elder abuse. Additionally, efforts to clarify statistics and raise community awareness about the dimensions and reporting mechanisms of elder abuse are essential. The development of integrated support services to promote the physical and mental health of older adults and reduce their dependency is strongly recommended.