Thursday, October 25, 2012

Elder Abuse: our most appalling crime

by Paul Russell | Careful! A MercatorNet focus blog on euthanasia



"Older people tend to be more vulnerable because of their age. They feel more pressures, especially from a family member. They often feel guilt and sense of obligation which is then played on,'' she said. "They are more prone to social isolation [and] often their limited social contact might be with someone who is putting them under pressure.'' ~Sue Leitch, Council on Aging Tasmania Full story