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Older self-neglecters — interpersonal problems and the maintenance of self-continuity
Author(s)	Susanna D Bozinovski
Journal title	Journal of Elder Abuse & Neglect, vol 12, no 1, 2000
Pages	pp 37-56
Source	http://www.tandfonline.com
Keywords	Neglect [care] ; Self care capacity ; At risk ; Qualitative Studies.
Annotation	This American qualitative study using the grounded theory method explores the nature of self-neglect among older people who have been involved with Adult Protective Services. Two basic social psychological processes were identified which explain much of the self-neglecting behaviour exhibited by older people. These included preserving the protecting self and maintaining customary control. These two processes comprise the overarching process of maintaining continuity. Interpersonal problems of these older self-neglecters are a main source of threat to identity and sense of personal control. It is the quest for continuity that accounts for many of the interactional activities between these people and others including their caseworkers, family members, neighbours, and others. Viewed in this way, continuity goes beyond being just an adaptive strategy. It is a motivating force and also a continuous life goal. (KJ/RH).
Accession Number	CPA-001016221 A
Classmark	QNR: CA: CA3: 3DP
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