As South Korea ages, reports of elder abuse increase

As South Korea ages, reports of elder abuse increase

Amid Korea's accelerating demographic shift toward an aging society, cases of elder abuse are alarmingly on the rise. A significant majority, nearly 60 percent, of identified perpetrators are victims' spouses or sons, reflecting deeply entrenched family dynamics. As these incidents grow, the average age of abusers is also increasing, highlighting a complex social challenge. According to a report from the Ministry of Health and Welfare, Friday, a…

‘54% Elders Link Ageing With Negative Feelings; Loneliness Most Common Emotion’

Representational Photo New Delhi- About 54 per cent of elders associate ageing with negative feelings, with loneliness (47 per cent) being the most common emotion, according to a survey report released on Friday. A study by HelpAge India, titled ‘Understanding Intergenerational Dynamics & Perceptions on Ageing’, has revealed gaps between the emotional needs of India’s elderly and the perceptions of the youth, despite frequent family interactions…