Research shows that not all perpetrators of sexual abuse target a single type of victim; some target victims across multiple ...

Domestic violence is an issue that is too often swept under the rug. When it is brought to light, the conversation often centres around physical violence, even though domestic abuse can manifest in ...

When Karina Singer, a 48-year-old Las Vegas woman, visited her dad in his assisted living facility, something seemed off. The air conditioner was on the lowest setting and a fan was on full blast, and ...

Neglect is when a person does not look after the needs of someone under their care. It is a type of abuse. Other forms of abuse include physical violence and emotional abuse. The difference between ...

Understanding Child Abuse: Types, Signs and Prevention: By Shreoshree Chakrabarty Child abuse is a deeply distressing issue impacting countless children around the world. Recognising the early signs ...

Elder abuse can be physical, sexual, emotional, or financial, and abusers are often family members. Signs of abuse may include bruises, weight loss, seeming withdrawn or fearful, and unpaid bills. You ...

Physical and mental health effects of physical abuse may include bone and skin injuries, depression, trauma, social isolation, and difficulty trusting others. “Abuse” is a broad term that describes a ...

Elder abuse is a widespread issue that affects a significant portion of the older adult population, with many cases going unreported due to feelings of shame, fear, or uncertainty about what ...

Experiencing childhood verbal abuse shows a similar impact to adult mental health as physical abuse, suggests a large intergenerational study, published in the open access journal BMJ Open. While ...