Question 1

Why do the elderly commit crimes?

Accepted Answer

The reasons why elderly individuals may commit crimes can be complex and multifaceted, often involving a combination of personal, social, and psychological factors. Here are some potential reasons:

1. Financial Strain: Some elderly people may face financial difficulties due to inadequate retirement savings, high medical costs, or reduced income. This financial strain can lead to crimes such as theft, fraud, or embezzlement as a means to cope with their economic hardships.

2. Mental Health Issues: Cognitive decline, dementia, or mental illnesses such as depression can impair judgment and lead to criminal behavior. Elderly individuals may not fully understand the consequences of their actions or may be unable to control their impulses.

3. Substance Abuse: Like any age group, the elderly can struggle with substance abuse problems, which can lead to criminal activity either to support a habit or as a result of impaired judgment while under the influence.

4. Social Isolation: Loneliness and a lack of social support can contribute to feelings of desperation or resentment, which might prompt some elderly individuals to commit crimes as a cry for help or as a way to attract attention.

5. Sense of Entitlement: Some older adults may feel that they have earned the right to take certain liberties due to their age or life experiences, leading to justifications for illegal behavior.

6. Past Criminal Behavior: Elderly individuals with a history of criminal behavior may continue to engage in such activities as they age, especially if they have not been rehabilitated or lack opportunities to integrate into society.

7. Thrill or Challenge: In some cases, the elderly may commit crimes for the thrill of it or to challenge themselves, perhaps as a way to combat feelings of boredom or to feel alive.

8. Ignorance or Misunderstanding: Laws and technology change rapidly, and some elderly individuals may inadvertently commit crimes due to a lack of understanding or awareness of new legal boundaries, particularly in areas like cybercrime.

It's important to note that the majority of elderly individuals do not engage in criminal behavior, and those who do represent a very small proportion of the senior population. When crimes are committed by the elderly, it is crucial for the justice system to consider their unique circumstances, including health status and the potential for rehabilitation, when determining appropriate interventions and punishments.

Question 2

Most leaders of organized crime families are under 50.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Treatment for late onset alcoholism is geared towards help for depression and loneliness and includes

Accepted Answer

A)  rebuilding social networks. 
B)  psychotropic drugs. 
C)  counseling. 
D)  specialized Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. 
A)  rebuilding social networks. 
B)  psychotropic drugs. 
C)  counseling. 
D)  specialized Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. A

Question 4

Most crimes against older adults include

Accepted Answer

A)  robbery. 
B)  rape. 
C)  burglary and theft. 
D)  assault. 
A)  robbery. 
B)  rape. 
C)  burglary and theft. 
D)  assault.

Question 5

Under social exchange theory,___________________ is most likely to cause abuse of an elder.

Accepted Answer

A)  financial dependency of the elder victim 
B)  self-abuse or neglect 
C)  unrealistic expectations 
D)  financial dependency of the caregiver 
A)  financial dependency of the elder victim 
B)  self-abuse or neglect 
C)  unrealistic expectations 
D)  financial dependency of the caregiver

Question 6

. Health professionals sometimes intentionally overprescribe drugs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The vast majority of elderly who steal do so because of economic hardship.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Younger adults are _____ times more likely to commit crimes than the elderly.

Accepted Answer

A)  2 
B)  3 
C)  5 
D)  10 
A)  2 
B)  3 
C)  5 
D)  10

Question 9

Elder fraud is thought to be underreported and researchers have concluded that _______ percent of cases go unreported.

Accepted Answer

A)  15 
B)  20 
C)  80 
D)  95 
A)  15 
B)  20 
C)  80 
D)  95

Question 10

Which of the following is a sign of possible abuse of an elder?

Accepted Answer

A)  abrupt changes in physical appearance 
B)  extreme fear or asking to die 
C)  deteriorated living quarters 
D)  All of these choices 
A)  abrupt changes in physical appearance 
B)  extreme fear or asking to die 
C)  deteriorated living quarters 
D)  All of these choices

Question 11

. Compared to the early-onset alcoholic,the late-onset alcoholic

Accepted Answer

A)  is more easily identified. 
B)  will have fewer chronic health problems. 
C)  is likely to drink with others. 
D)  is less likely to respond readily to intervention. 
A)  is more easily identified. 
B)  will have fewer chronic health problems. 
C)  is likely to drink with others. 
D)  is less likely to respond readily to intervention.

Question 12

Which of the following is a common reason prompting suicides of people 65 and over?

Accepted Answer

A)  aversion to body changes 
B)  social isolation 
C)  loss of a loved one 
D)  All of these choices 
A)  aversion to body changes 
B)  social isolation 
C)  loss of a loved one 
D)  All of these choices

Question 13

Granny dumping

Accepted Answer

A)  occurs when a conservator takes away all rights of an elderly person. 
B)  diverts income of the elderly the financial account of someone else, such as a caregiver. 
C)  refers to caregivers abandoning frail elderly at a hospital and not returning to pick them up. 
D)  occurs more often in the northeast states, particularly New York. 
A)  occurs when a conservator takes away all rights of an elderly person. 
B)  diverts income of the elderly the financial account of someone else, such as a caregiver. 
C)  refers to caregivers abandoning frail elderly at a hospital and not returning to pick them up. 
D)  occurs more often in the northeast states, particularly New York.

Question 14

Which of the following con schemes is referred to as the "pigeon drop"?

Accepted Answer

A)  The con artist sells the victim a worthless item that he or she claims is both stolen and valuable. 
B)  The con artist persuades the victim to put up money on the promise of making much more. 
C)  The victim pays cash for counterfeit lottery tickets. 
D)  The con artist sells the victim unneeded services. 
A)  The con artist sells the victim a worthless item that he or she claims is both stolen and valuable. 
B)  The con artist persuades the victim to put up money on the promise of making much more. 
C)  The victim pays cash for counterfeit lottery tickets. 
D)  The con artist sells the victim unneeded services.

Question 15

Granny squads are

Accepted Answer

A)  grandmothers who organize to help each other take care of young grandchildren. 
B)  older women who choose to live in age-segregated communities for protection. 
C)  older people who patrol neighborhoods and give lectures on how to avoid being a crime victim. 
D)  security agencies that specialize in protecting the elderly and their homes. 
A)  grandmothers who organize to help each other take care of young grandchildren. 
B)  older women who choose to live in age-segregated communities for protection. 
C)  older people who patrol neighborhoods and give lectures on how to avoid being a crime victim. 
D)  security agencies that specialize in protecting the elderly and their homes.

Question 16

Of the following over-the-counter drugs,____________ is (are)most widely used.

Accepted Answer

A)  aspirin 
B)  laxatives 
C)  antacids 
D)  hemorrhoid medication 
A)  aspirin 
B)  laxatives 
C)  antacids 
D)  hemorrhoid medication

Question 17

Of people over 65,the highest suicide rates are of

Accepted Answer

A)  white males. 
B)  white females. 
C)  African American females. 
D)  African American males. 
A)  white males. 
B)  white females. 
C)  African American females. 
D)  African American males.

Question 18

Most abuse of elders is done by the person with whom he or she lives.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Elderly shoplifters are most likely to be

Accepted Answer

A)  white males. 
B)  white females. 
C)  African American males. 
D)  African American females. 
A)  white males. 
B)  white females. 
C)  African American males. 
D)  African American females.

Question 20

Why are suicide rates so high among the elderly in the United States and so many other industrial nations?

Accepted Answer

There are several factors that contribut

Why do the elderly commit crimes?

Most leaders of organized crime families are under 50.

Treatment for late onset alcoholism is geared towards help for depression and loneliness and includes

Most crimes against older adults include

Under social exchange theory,___________________ is most likely to cause abuse of an elder.

. Health professionals sometimes intentionally overprescribe drugs.

The vast majority of elderly who steal do so because of economic hardship.

Younger adults are _____ times more likely to commit crimes than the elderly.

Elder fraud is thought to be underreported and researchers have concluded that _______ percent of cases go unreported.

Which of the following is a sign of possible abuse of an elder?

. Compared to the early-onset alcoholic,the late-onset alcoholic

Which of the following is a common reason prompting suicides of people 65 and over?

Granny dumping

Which of the following con schemes is referred to as the "pigeon drop"?

Granny squads are

Of the following over-the-counter drugs,____________ is (are)most widely used.

Of people over 65,the highest suicide rates are of

Most abuse of elders is done by the person with whom he or she lives.

Elderly shoplifters are most likely to be

Why are suicide rates so high among the elderly in the United States and so many other industrial nations?

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Why do the elderly commit crimes?

Most leaders of organized crime families are under 50.

Treatment for late onset alcoholism is geared towards help for depression and loneliness and includes

Most crimes against older adults include

Under social exchange theory,___________________ is most likely to cause abuse of an elder.

. Health professionals sometimes intentionally overprescribe drugs.

The vast majority of elderly who steal do so because of economic hardship.

Younger adults are _____ times more likely to commit crimes than the elderly.

Elder fraud is thought to be underreported and researchers have concluded that _______ percent of cases go unreported.

Which of the following is a sign of possible abuse of an elder?

. Compared to the early-onset alcoholic,the late-onset alcoholic

Which of the following is a common reason prompting suicides of people 65 and over?

Granny dumping

Which of the following con schemes is referred to as the "pigeon drop"?

Granny squads are

Of the following over-the-counter drugs,____________ is (are)most widely used.

Of people over 65,the highest suicide rates are of

Most abuse of elders is done by the person with whom he or she lives.

Elderly shoplifters are most likely to be

Why are suicide rates so high among the elderly in the United States and so many other industrial nations?

Aging in America

Stereotypes and Images

Social and Psychological Theories in Later Life Development

Physical Health and Well Being

Mental Health

Friends,family,and Community

Intimacy and Sexuality

Work and Leisure

Finances and Lifestyles

Living Environments

The Oldest Old and Caregiving

Women and Ethnic Groups

Death and Dying

Politics, policies, and Programs

Filters