Abuse refers to harmful or injurious treatment of another human being that may include physical, sexual, verbal, psychological/emotional, intellectual, or spiritual maltreatment

Abuse may coexist with neglect, which is defined as failure to meet a dependent person’s basic physical and medical needs, emotional deprivation, and/or desertion. Neglect is sometimes described as passive abuse.

Triggers - The Causes

A history of being abused or neglected as a child
Physical or mental illness, such as depression or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Family crisis or stress, including domestic violence and other marital conflicts, or single parenting
Financial stress, unemployment or poverty
Social or extended family isolation
Poor understanding of child development and parenting skills
Alcohol, drugs or other substance abuse

Symptoms - What it looks like

Physical abuse signs and symptoms - Unexplained injuries, such as bruises, broken bones (fractures) or burns
Injuries that don't match the given explanation
Emotional - Loss of self-confidence or self-esteem
Social withdrawal or a loss of interest or enthusiasm
Psychological - Depression. severe anxiety and fear
Neglect signs and symptoms - Excessive weight with medical complications that are not being adequately addressed
Poor personal cleanliness

Treatment - The way to healing

Get support - Making a decision to leave a situation where you feel unsafe may be hard and scary. If possible, talk to someone you trust, such as a friend and/or counselor
Go to a refuge - A shelter or refuge is a place where you can seek temporary accommodation.
Stay with family or a friend - Ask a trusted family member or friend if you can stay with them while you work out what to do next.
Talk to emergency services or the police
Mental health support with professionals

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