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Abuse in Vulnerable Adults

… Topic Overview Adults with physical, mental, or emotional disabilities are more vulnerable than other adults because they are … risk of being abused by others. Types of abuse These are three types of abuse. Domestic …

Financial abuse of older adults

… 93d Elder abuse prevention series What is financial … can happen to both men and women. Older adults at higher risk of financial abuse tend … change in health. Some older adults become vulnerable to financial abuse when their …

Abuse and neglect of older adults: Understanding gender differences

… 93c Elder abuse prevention series Abuse and neglect in … person's health, happiness and safety. Older adults can experience different kinds of harm … much older than the woman, making them more vulnerable What are the similarities in abuse …

Abuse: Signs of Abuse-Related Injuries

… Overview Most injuries are not caused by abuse. But bruises are often the first sign of possible abuse. Suspect physical abuse of a child or vulnerable adult when: Any injury cannot be …

Down Syndrome: Helping Your Child Avoid Social Problems

… problems that can make children, teens, and adults who have Down syndrome vulnerable to abuse, injury, and other types of harm. You can …

Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy

… or a person who has a disability. Because vulnerable people are the victims, MSBP is a form of child abuse or elder abuse. MSBP is sometimes called … problems and may have Munchausen syndrome as adults. This is a disorder in which a person …

Domestic Violence

… house, or a library. Domestic violence is abuse that happens in a personal relationship. … among the elderly. Learn more Abuse in Vulnerable Adults Elder Abuse Domestic Violence and Your …

Shoulder Problems and Injuries

… to the bones of the shoulder or spine. Abuse. Any shoulder injury (especially a … These include: Your age . Babies and older adults tend to get sicker quicker. Your overall … abuse. Suspect physical abuse of a child or vulnerable adult when: Any injury cannot be …

Elbow Injuries

… It needs to be checked by a doctor. Older adults have a higher risk for injuries and … cuts, or punctures may be caused by abuse. Suspect possible abuse when an injury … abuse. Suspect physical abuse of a child or vulnerable adult when: Any injury cannot be …

Mental and Behavioural Health

… Open/close information section Health Topics Abuse in Vulnerable Adults Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) ADHD and …