Child and Elder Abuse

• Child and elder abuse are serious forms of abuse that affect vulnerable populations who may have difficulty in protecting themselves or seeking help.

• Child and elder abuse can have severe and long-term consequences for the physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health and development of the victims/survivors.

• Child and elder abuse can occur in various settings such as home, school, work, community, or institutional care.

• Child and elder abuse can be perpetrated by various people such as parents, caregivers, relatives, friends, neighbors, teachers, co-workers, strangers, or professionals.

• Child and elder abuse can be influenced by various factors such as individual characteristics of the victim/survivor or perpetrator; relationship dynamics; family structure; cultural norms; social support; economic status; legal system; and health care system.