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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.
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