Defined as sexual acts both direct and nondirect contact. Sexual abuse varies from innuendo, harassment and indecent exposure to physical touching to penetration. Emotional/psychological
These types of abuse can be define as the use of threats, bribery and blackmail to instill fear and gain control of a persons thoughts regarding decision making. Financial
Is the inappropriate use of funds or theft of funds by another person. This type of abuse is not only limited to money but can include the misuse or theft of belongings also, causing the vulnerable person to spend more money replacing any misused items. Institutional This type of abuse can be defined as the mistreatment of a person 's wishes, beliefs or rituals for the sake of the smooth running of a group or organisation. Self neglect
This can be defined as the failure to tend to your own basic needs such as, hygiene, nutrition, health (seeking medical assistance) and adequate housing and clothing. Neglect by others
Can be defined as the failure to support another person who needs assistance from you, which could result in injury or illness. This type of abuse includes lack of support with personal care, inadequate clothing, failure to assist with medications when needed. 1.2 Identify signs and/or symptoms associated with each type of abuse: Physical Abuse
● Cluster bruising
● bruising of various ages
● bruising/cuts/grazes/burns in obscure places
● unexplainable injuries
● histories of medication overdoses/underdoses
● illness caused by dehydration or malnutrition
● mood changed or withdrawn behaviour
● reclutency or aggression towards a certain