Behavioral Health and Psychological Maltreatment of Native American Vulnerable Adults
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Description
Provides an understanding of elderly behavioral health with a focus on anxiety, depression, substance use, and dementia that affect vulnerable Native American adults. Identifies the many forms of elder abuse and the warning signs of emotional and psychological abuse. Explains how physical health links to cognitive behaviors, and offers approaches to protect and prevent the abuse of older and disabled adults.
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Document
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National Indigenous Elder Justice Initiative
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Abuse and violence · American Indian or Alaska Native · Behavioral health · Cardiovascular disease · Dementia · Depression · Diabetes · Elderly population · Mental health · Substance use and misuse · Suicide and suicide prevention · Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention