Recognize signs of abuse
- Bruising covering different areas of the body – breasts, genital area, back, arms.
- Development of bedsores due to poor medical attention.
- Poor hygiene and sudden weight loss.
- Broken bones or unhealed fractures.
- Unexplained abrasions and burns.
- Unexplained behavioral changes such as meddling, depression, non compliance with medication regimen.
- Unexplained gaps in finances.