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What are the difficulties in combatting the social problems facing the elderly - namely, abuse and discrimination? What sociocultural factors contribute to these issues? What are the personal, professional, and ethical implications of these social issues on society?

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Social Problems of the Elderly

The main difficulties in combating social problems facing the elderly are usually associated with both social and cultural aspects, and manifest themselves in the form of abuse and discrimination. As a result of this, the socio-cultural factors that contribute to these issues range from image, economic or financial instability, social pressures, ...

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