Question

Describe factors that may contribute to an individual being more vulnerable to abuse

Answer 1

1. Mental/Psychological illnesses such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, Anti-Social Personality Disorder - really just anything that can contribute to further trouble coping emotionally.
2. Low self-confidence/esteem.
3. A history of abuse (most commonly within childhood). 
4. Mindset (e.g someone might feel deserving of abuse, which would make them more vulnerable)

There are more, but here are some to get you started

Answer 2

Risk factors for abuse are:

• Lack of mental capacity.
• Increasing age.
• Being physically dependent on others.
• Low self-esteem.
• Previous history of abuse.
• Negative experiences of disclosing abuse.
• Social isolation.
• Lack of access to health and social services or high-quality information.

What does Vulnerable abuse mean?

Vulnerable adult abuse is a term used to describe any knowing, intentional, or negligent act by a caregiver or any other person that causes harm or a serious risk of harm to a vulnerable adult.

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