There are many different types of physical abuse. It can be anything from striking or punching, to sleep deprivation, exposure to the cold or withholding of food or mediation. Possible indicators of physical abuse can be multiple bruising, fracture, burns, bed sores, depression, and the list goes on. Sexual Abuse Sexual abuse, also referred to as molestation, is the forcing of undesired sexual behaviour by one person upon another. When that force is immediate, of short duration, or infrequent, it is called sexual assault.
Forms of abuse which may be experienced by adults Types of abuse Abuse is mistreating another person by violating a person’s human and civil rights. The abuse can vary from treating someone with disrespect in a way which significantly affects the person's quality of life, to causing actual physical suffering. Abuse can happen to anyone, even in a healthcare setting such as, a residential or nursing home, a hospital, at a day care centre or an education environment, in supported housing or in the street. Vulnerable people are more at risk of being abused, such as people with learning, sensory or physical disability, older people who are more dependent on help from others. People with mental health problems or with dementia.
Unit 27 – Managing Challenging Behaviour Challenging Behaviour: “A person's behaviour can be defined as "challenging" if it puts them or those around them (such as their carer) at risk, or leads to a poorer quality of life. It can also impact on their ability to join in everyday activities. Challenging behaviour can include aggression, self-harm, destructiveness and disruptiveness. Challenging behaviour is often seen in people with conditions that affect communication and the brain, such as learning disabilities or dementia.” http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/social-care-and-support-guide/Pages/challenging-behaviour-carers.aspx Complete the Following Table: Types of Challenging Behaviour Example Reflex Behaviour When Chloé wanted her carer to help her get dressed, she could not undo her buttons and the carer slapped her across the face. Instantly, she slapped her carer back.
BOOKLET ON SAFEGUARDING IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE 1) Physical abuse is deliberate physical force that may result in bodily injury, pain, or impairment. Both old and young people can be physically abused. There are signs or indicators to show physical abuse and there are ways in which victims and abusers act or interact with each other. Physical abuse includes the smashing of furniture and personal belongings, being pushed or shoved, being held against your will, slapped, bitten, kicked, pinched, punched, choked or ducked under water, threatened or hurt with a weapon, threats of violence, locked in or out of the house, hair pulled, burnt with cigarettes, acid, an iron, hot food or water. Signs of physical abuse in adults are: bruising, particularly in well-protected and covered areas, fractures, sprains or dislocations, lacerations, burns - including friction burns and scalds, drowsiness, pressure sores, cowering and flinching, unexplained hair loss, significant weight loss.
Physical Abuse: To use force against a person which results in pain injury or impairment? Assaults like hitting or pushing. Inappropriate use of drugs. Confinement, or restraining a person against their will. Signs of this can include bruising, cuts or pressure marks, changes in a person’s character or behaviour.
self harming, attempting suicide, cutting, etc. Bullying might become physical and other types of abuse. • Emotional - Emotional scars seem to run deep and are
Depending on the underlying forces, distress can sometime be dealt with by physical means, such as, an immediate removal from the cause such as taking a break from work or from caring for a difficult, very ill, demanding relative. Once the trigger or cause of distress is known, talk to the person and ask them how they feel that distress can be reduced or prevented. Involving the person will show that you respect and value them. People are different and cope with things in different ways, so it is vital to involve them in decision making. You could suggest that the person keeps a diary of their feelings.
There are many physical and behavioural signs which would lead to the suspicion of maltreatment or abuse. In this assignment I will be explaining factors that would lead to the suspicion of maltreatment or abuse, appropriate responses that should be taken if maltreatment or abuse is suspected and the strategies and methods that can be used to support children, young people and their families where abuse is confirmed or suspected. Abuse is to treat an individual unfairly and harmfully. It comes in many forms; these include physical, intellectual, emotional and sexual abuse. Maltreatment is the wrongful treatment of an individual who is being cared for.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Introduction A common yet often misunderstood condition, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can be described as “an extreme debilitating response to a traumatic event that overwhelms the mind and emotions”. (“Introduction,” 1998) Any number of traumatic events can cause PTSD, including kidnapping, serious accident, natural disaster, violent attacks, (like mugging, rape, torture, or being held captive), or simply witnessing any of these events happen to another. Individuals with PTSD are characterized by “increased anxiety, avoidance of stimuli associated with the trauma, numbing of emotions and emotional responses”. (“National institute o Mental Health”, 2010) PTSD was brought to public attention
Safeguarding Here are some forms of abuse that people in care can use as a reminder for signs of any kind of abuse, PHYSICAL ABUSE Physical abuse is when another person inflicts pain by hitting, slapping, punching, kicking, chocking, strangling, stabbing, exposure to cold or to heat, withholding food or medication, anything that is or will result in pain to your body. If someone is trying to hurt you, intimidate, or humiliate you, it is abuse. Physical abuse is extremely dangerous as it can result in bruises, black eyes, knocked out teeth, broken bones internal injuries and even death. This can happen to anyone, a child, a mother, father, the elderly, someone in a care setting, so it is important to look out for signs like bruising,