Abuse

Question 1

What are the 2 types of abuse?

Answer 1

Unintentional= harm cause through poor care.

Intentional= deliberate harm towards others.

Question 2

What are the 6 categories of abuse?

Answer 2

Physical= hitting.

Sexual= unwanted contact.

Neglect= doesn’t meet needs.

Financial Exploitation= withdrawing money.

Emotional/Psychological= verbal.

Question 3

What are the 5 short term effects of abuse?

Answer 3

Bruising.

Feel angry and frustrated.

Embarrassment.

Low self esteem/self image.

Contacting an STI.

Question 4

What are the 5 long term effects of abuse?

Answer 4

Lack of sleep.

Health implications (anorexia).

Mental health issues (depression).

Low self esteem/self image.

Substance abuse.

Question 5

What are the 8 impacts of abuse?

Answer 5

Illness or injury.

Loss of trust.

Fear.

Withdrawn.

Loss of confidence.

Self harm.

Anxiety.

Helplessness.

Question 6

What are the 8 reasons for abuse?

Answer 6

Staff shortages.

Substance abuse.

Lack of training.

Discrimination.

Stress of carers.

Financial resources.

Background or upbringing.

Resentment.