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PHYSICAL ABUSE

The following list indicates signs for recognizing elder abuse as indicated by California Law. It is not intended to be exhaustive.

Physical Abuse includes slapping, hitting, bruising, beating or any other intentional act that causes someone physical pain, injury or suffering. Physical abuse also includes excessive forms of restraint used to confine someone against their will (i.e., tying, chaining or locking someone in a room).

Sexual Abuse is any sexual activity to which the older or dependent adult does not consent or is incapable of consenting. Non-consensual sexual activity includes everything from exhibitionism to sexual intercourse.

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