A professional approach to family violence against the elderly in a primary health clinic

Cadernos de saúde pública
Ana Claudia Nunes de Souza Wanderbroocke, Carmen Leontina Ojeda Ocampo Moré

Abstract

This article aims to describe a professional approach in a primary health clinic towards family violence against the elderly. This qualitative study collected data through participant observation recorded in a field diary, in addition to semi-structured interviews. Ten health workers from the clinic participated in the interviews. Data were analyzed according to Grounded Theory, and two categories were discussed: professional approach to domestic violence against the elderly and the clinic's management of situations involving such violence. The data point to professionals' difficulties in identifying violent situations and beliefs related to the inability to cope with it. In institutional terms, the data also highlight factors that hinder detection of cases, such as limited emphasis on interdisciplinary work and routines focused on physical health. The study suggests the need to offer health workers the opportunity to reflect on domestic violence and possibilities for intervention.

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