LO2 Flashcards
Why are individuals who have a learning disability more at risk of abuse?
-They may not know or understand their rights or may want to please others.
Why are individuals who have dementia more at risk of abuse?
-They may not recognise that abuse is happening, may have difficulty remembering and communicating their experiences to others.
Why are individuals who lack mental capacity more at risk of abuse?
-They may not be able to tell others what is happening and they may have depend on others to make decisions on their behalf
Why are individuals who have a sensory impairment more at risk of abuse?
-They may have limited experience of personal relationships and may depend on other to meet their intimate care needs and are therefore less likely to report abuse
Why are individuals who have physical disabilities more at risk of abuse?
-They may have to depend on others and therefore may feel powerless to prevent abuse from happening
Why are looked after children more at risk of abuse?
-They may have had poor life experiences may move in and out of different settings and are unlikely to form trusting relationships with adults therefore less likely to report abuse
