What are the physical abuse indicators?

Physical indicators: Injuries to a child that are severe, occur in a pattern or occur frequently. These injuries range from bruises to broken bones to burns or unusual lacerations. Behavioral indicators: The child’s actions, attitudes, and emotions can indicate the possibility of abuse or neglect.

Which of the following is an indicator of abuse?

Indicators of maltreatment can include the following: Obvious malnourishment, listlessness or fatigue. Stealing or begging for food. Lack of personal care – poor personal hygiene, torn and/or dirty clothes.

What are the signs of abuse including physical and Behavioural signs?

Visible signs include:

• swelling.
• bruising.
• fractures.
• being extremely sleepy or unconscious.
• breathing problems.
• seizures.
• vomiting.
• unusual behaviour, such as being irritable or not feeding properly.

What forms of abuse are there?

Types of abuse and neglect

• Physical assault.
• Hitting.
• Slapping.
• Pushing.
• Restraint.
• Kicking.
• Denial of food or water.
• Misuse of medication.

What are some indicators that you should be suspicious of abuse?

Indicators of maltreatment can include the following:

• Obvious malnourishment, listlessness or fatigue.
• Stealing or begging for food.
• Lack of personal care – poor personal hygiene, torn and/or dirty clothes.
• Untreated need for glasses, dental care or other medical attention.
• Frequent absence from or tardiness to school.

What are the signs and symptoms of discriminatory abuse?

Indicators of discriminatory abuse

• a tendency for withdrawal and isolation.
• fearfulness and anxiety.
• being refused access to services or being excluded inappropriately.
• resistance or refusal to access services that are required to meet assessed needs.