What is abuse?

A definition of abuse.

Discrimination against someone’s protected characteristics.

Violence or abuse by someone who is or has been an intimate partner or family member.

Subjecting or exposing another person to a behavior that may result in psychological trauma.

Defrauding, stealing or misusing someone’s money or property.

Forced labour and exploitation.

Failure to respect an adult at risks’s privacy, dignity, and individuality.

Neglect and poor care practice within organisations.

Physical abuse, restraint, and misuse of medication.

Neglecting one’s personal hygiene, health or surroundings.

Direct or indirect involvement in sexual activity without a person’s consent.