Full Description
Research on sexual violence has been a growing area of academic study since the 1970s. However, the focus of these efforts has centred on younger women, leaving older women largely ignored in research. This book presents data from the first UK study to examine the extent, nature and impacts of sexual violence against people aged 60 and over.
Drawing on both quantitative analysis of reported cases of sexual violence against people over 60 and qualitative interviews with practitioners in sexual violence and age-related organisations as well as survivors of sexual violence, this book situates the research findings in the context of feminist criminology and gerontology, and sets an agenda for future research, policy and practice.
Sexual Violence against Older People is vital reading for practitioners and policymakers, and those engaged in studies of criminology, health and nursing, social work, elder abuse and violence against women.
Contents
Introduction
Mapping the existing knowledge about sexual violence against older people
The extent and nature of serious sexual violence against older people in the UK
The impacts, support needs and gaps in service provision for older survivors: views of practitioners
Experiences of sexual violence as an older woman: case studies of survivors
Conclusions
