{"id":5378,"date":"2011-12-08T16:27:42","date_gmt":"2011-12-08T21:27:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ccpa.scottbuckingham.ca\/blog\/?p=1514"},"modified":"2015-07-03T16:08:52","modified_gmt":"2015-07-03T20:08:52","slug":"dont-dismiss-the-elderly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ccpa-accp.ca\/fr\/dont-dismiss-the-elderly\/","title":{"rendered":"Don’t Dismiss the Elderly"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>Don\u2019t dismiss the positive effect that the elderly can have on the life of a child.\u00a0 According to the United Nations, the statistical number of the elderly will surpass the number of the young by the year of 2050.\u00a0\u00a0 The United Nations\u2019 explanation is that it is due to the \u201cincreases in the proportions of older person (60 years or older) are… accompanied by declines in the proportions of the young (under age 15)…\u201d (United Nations, 2011, Online)<\/p>\n

\u00a0Elder Abuse is Reflective of Child Abuse<\/em><\/p>\n

In our ever changing and rapidly aging population, seniors are going to become the primary voice of our society.\u00a0 Thus, senior abuse and senior neglect on are the rise.\u00a0\u00a0 Reflectively, the number of child abuse cases have increased during this Great Recession<\/em>.\u00a0 Why is there a sudden rise in the number of reported cases of child abuse? A recent study lead by Dr. Rachel Berger of Children\u2019s Hospital of Pittsburgh looked at the rise of shaken baby cases and other forms of brain-injuring. The research findings have been staggering.\u00a0 During the span of this five year research study the researchers found direct correlation of the number of abuse victims in association with poverty and job instability in the home.\u00a0\u00a0 The sagging economy and the inability to find work has lead to a toxic environment in the nucleus home.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Mickey Rooney addressed the United State Senate on Elder Abuse.\u00a0 \u201cElder abuse (not unlike child abuse) comes in many different forms – physical abuse, emotional abuse, or financial abuse… Many times, sadly… the elder abuse (and child abuse) involves a family member.\u201d (United States Senate, 2011, Online)<\/p>\n

Sadly and ironically, the rise of elder abuse maybe a blessing in disguise.\u00a0\u00a0 As the senior population increases in numbers, the number of listening ears will increase.\u00a0 The English Utilitarian philosopher and social reformer, Jeremy Bentham, describes this concept best.\u00a0 \u201cIt is the greatest good to the greatest number of people which is the measure of right and wrong.\u201d\u00a0 Therefore, as the aging population increases, those who will be advocating on behalf of this population will increase as well.\u00a0 Whereas the sad truth is, those who are advocating for children has decreased due to budget cuts and restraints over the past few years.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The sagging economy must not be blamed for our neglect as a society, rather as a society we need to take responsibility by acting proactively.\u00a0 If, we can ensure that our sports stadiums and event centers receive their funds, then we must <\/em>ensure that those who are the most vulnerable in our society are protected.<\/p>\n

If Jeremy Bentham was correct, that \u201cthe greatest happiness of the greatest number is the foundation of morals and legislation,\u201d then we must positively influence our aging population not only to advocate for their own needs, but the needs of the entirety of our global community.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Positive Influence of the Elderly <\/em><\/p>\n

The elderly can be positive role models in the lives of children. Children yearn for positive role models, leadership, guidance, and influence.\u00a0 Proving a positive role model does not have to entail years of academic courses, nor sophisticated formulas to reach the life of a child.\u00a0 In simple, children need positivity, support, friendship, and unconditional love and positive regard.\u00a0 Children need to be embraced with kindness and respect.\u00a0<\/p>\n

With the increased economic burdens placed on parents, the elderly can prove a positive benefit.\u00a0 For centuries, and in many cultures, the elderly were revered and venerated by their communities.\u00a0 In recent years, while the global community felt an economic surge, the elderly had become a nuisance for many.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Of course, not everyone should be trusted unconditionally.\u00a0 Be certain that anyone you place in the life of your child is someone that you trust.\u00a0 Likewise, children, like adults can detect any incongruence in a person\u2019s character.\u00a0 We should use our due diligence ensuring that anyone that we place in our child\u2019s life is a truly positive influence.\u00a0 In simple, being elderly does not account for a positive person.\u00a0 Be certain that those you place in the life of your child reflect the same virtues, values, morals, and ethical beliefs that you would want instilled in the life of your child.\u00a0<\/p>\n

In the past few years, there has been a resurgence of need for grandparent involvement.\u00a0 In many homes, parents are working multiple jobs simply to keep up with the economic mandates.\u00a0 Therefore, parents are relying more-and-more upon those who have reached the \u201cretirement\u201d age.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Importance of Encouraging an Elder and Child Relationship<\/em><\/p>\n

\u201cWhen segregation between young and old people becomes too marked, it can have a negative impact on a society…The result could be a society in which childre\"\"<\/a>n, adults and the elderly spend even more of their time in separate spheres and gradually cease to understand each other. One way of counteracting this would be for children and elderly people to build alliances. But, if we are to succeed in this, society must first create the necessary framework.\u201d (ScienceDaily, 2011, Online)<\/p>\n

The Elderly<\/em><\/p>\n

As the elderly age, the likelihood that they will become isolated increases.\u00a0 The benefit of establishing a relationship between the elderly and the young creates an insulator of protection for both.\u00a0 It ensures that the elderly not only have a quantity of life, but have an opportunity for improved quality of life.\u00a0 Moreover, children are capable of learning about diversity, inclusion, empathy, understanding, compassion, and patience.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Our aging population have a lot to offer, and our children have a lot to gain from the experiences of their elders.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u00a0REFERENCES<\/p>\n

Adhikari, R., Jampaklay, A., & Chamratrithirong, A. (2011) Impact of children\u2019s migration on health and health care seeking behavior of elderly left behind. Retrieved from http:\/\/www.medscape.com\/viewarticle\/741484<\/a><\/p>\n

Berger, R. P., Fromkin, J. B., Stutz, H., Makoroff, K., Scribano, P. V., Feldman, K., Tu, L. C., & Fabio, A. (2011) Abusive head trauma during a time of increased\u00a0unemployment: A multicenter analysis. Pediatrics 128(4): 637-43<\/p>\n

CBSnews.com (2011) Study: Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (2011) An update\u00a0on state budget cuts, At least 46 states have imposed cuts that hurt vulnerable residents and cause job losses. Retrieved from http:\/\/www.cbpp.org\/files\/3-13-08sfp.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n

National Center of Biotechnology Information, NCBI (2011) Rachel P. Berger Retrieved\u00a0from http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed?term=rachel%20p.%20berger<\/a><\/p>\n

Science Daily (2011) Elderly to out number children by 2050 in most parts of the world.\u00a0Retrieved from http:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2010\/11\/101126094441.htm<\/a><\/p>\n

The New York Times (2011) Cuts in California, How billions in budget cuts will affect the Golden State, State welfare program Retrieved from http:\/\/projects.nytimes.com\/california-budget\/Social%20Services<\/a><\/p>\n

United Nations (2011) World population ageing 1950-2050, Executive summary Retrieved from http:\/\/www.un.org\/esa\/population\/publications\/worldageing19502050\/pdf\/62executivesummary_english.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n

United States Senate (2011) Testimony of Mickey Rooney senate special committee on\u00a0aging. Retrieved from http:\/\/aging.senate.gov\/events\/hr230mr.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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