Types of Abuse/Signs & Symptoms

Types of ill-usage/Signs & Symptoms No Secrets identifies categories of abuse. They are Physical Abuse Abusive consummation Signs & Symptoms Hitting. Slapping. Pushing. Kicking. Misuse of medication. Restraint. inappropriate sanctions. Series of unexplained falls or major injuries. Injuries/bruises at different stages of healing. Bruising in unaccustomed sites e. g. inner arms, thighs. Abrasions. Teeth indentations. Injuries to head or face. Client very passive. Sexual Abuse Abusive Action Signs & Symptoms Including rape and sexual assault or sexual acts to which the vulnerable adult has not consented, or could consent, or was pressured into onsenting. flip in behaviour. Overt sexual behaviour or language. Difficulty in walking, sitting. Injuries to genital and/or anal area. Neglect Abusive Action Signs & Symptoms Includes acts of omission. Ignoring physical or medical care needs. Failure to translate access to appropriate health, social care or educational services. Withholdin g necessities of life e. g. medications, nutrition, heating. Absence of food, heat, hygiene, clothing, comfort. Preventing leaf node to have access to services. Isolation. Absence of prescribed medication. Psychological Abuse Abusive Action Signs & Symptoms Emotional abuse. Threats of impose on _or_ oppress or bandonment. Deprivation of contact. Humiliation, blaming, controlling, intimidation, coercion, harassment, verbal abuse, isolation or withdrawal from services or supportive networks. Withdrawal, depression. Cowering and fearfulness. Change in sleep patterns. Agitation, confusion, change in behaviour. Change in appetite/weight. Financial Abuse Abuse Action Signs & Symptoms Theft, fraud, exploitation. Pressure in connection with wills, property, inheritance or financial transactions. Misuse or embezzlement of property, possessions or benefits. Unpaid bills. Basic needs not being met. lack of cash on daytime to day basis.InstitutionalAbuse Abusive Action Signs & Symptoms Poor care standards, lack of positive responses to complex needs. Rigid routines. unequal to(predicate) staffing. Insufficient knowledge base within service. Inability to make choices or decisions. Agitation if routine broken. Disorientation. Patterns of intriguing behaviour- Discriminatory Abusive Action Signs & Symptoms Racist, sexist, or that based on a persons disability. Other forms of harassment, slurs or corresponding treatment. Failure of agencies to ensure that staff receive adequate anti-discrimination practice training. Low self esteem. Withdrawal. Depression. Fear. Anger. Risk Indicators