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==Elder abuse== | ==Elder abuse== | ||
Elder abuse is mistreatment that harms an older adult. It can take many forms: | '''Elder abuse''' is mistreatment that harms an older adult. It can take many forms: | ||
* '''Physical abuse''': using physical force against an older adult. | * '''Physical abuse''': using physical force against an older adult. | ||
* '''Financial abuse''': misusing an older adult’s money or <span class="noglossary">property</span>. It includes forcing an older adult to sign a document. | * '''Financial abuse''': misusing an older adult’s money or <span class="noglossary">property</span>. It includes forcing an older adult to sign a document. | ||
