A violência contra o idoso no ambiente familiar: impactos e desafions para a proteção dos direitos dos idosos

Abstract

This study aims to discuss the violence suffered by the elderly population in the family context, seeking to identify which types of violence are most recurrent in this environment. To this end, it brings as theoretical support the studies of authors such as Teixeira (2006; 2009), Muller (2008), Minayo (2004; 2014; 2016). Our research adopted a bibliographic methodological approach based on books, websites, magazines, and websites. As a result, we obtained data that, after being organized and analyzed, were gathered in this production, in order to expand and disseminate knowledge about violence against the elderly. Initially, the concepts and typologies of violence were addressed, establishing relationships with our theme. The practice of violence against the elderly is centered on the impediment of the right to life, of the legitimate exercise of power through the transgression of norms and tolerance, by violating the trust that exists between different generations. The Statute of the Elderly, Law 10.741/03 (Brazil, 2003), ensures that the elderly enjoy all the fundamental rights inherent to the human person and that aging is a personal right. In conclusion, the need to disseminate knowledge and create strategies that can contribute to combating this type of violence is emphasized.