Bullying Among Older Adults -- Not Just a Playground Problem

Self enrollment

In this session, participants will learn the definition and incidence of bullying in adult living communities and day centers including what older adult bullying looks like in this population.  Characteristics of older adult bullies as well their targets and gender differences will be explored.  The reasons why bullying occurs as well as the five different types of bullies are defined.  Interventions for the organization, the bully, and the target will be reviewed to help communities minimize (and prevent where possible) bullying and mitigate the effects on the target.  Addressing bullying behavior among older adults is critically important for enhancing quality of life and promoting emotional well-being; strategies to create caring and empathic communities for all residents and staff members are reviewed.  

Educational level:  Intermediate.  Contact hours: 1.5 Target audience: OT, COTA, PT, PTA, SLP.  Satisfactory completion criteria: Complete pre-/post-test, view all modules and video clips, complete all associated quizzes, submit course evaluation. ASHA approved for .15 ASHA CEUs.  AOTA Content Focus -- Professional Issues: Contemporary Issues and Trends.

Before completion, please review each course to ensure it is applicable/ approved by your State's board.