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Behavior that causes mental anguish or emotional distress to an elder.

The desertion of an elder by an individual who has assumed responsibility for providing care or by someone with physical custody.

Limiting the elder's freedom of choice or personal movements without legal authority.

Patterns of abuse or neglect that are due to systemic issues within care institutions.

Compelling an elder to act in a certain way by using force, threats, or intimidation.

The infliction of anguish, pain, or distress through verbal or non-verbal acts.

Deceptive practices that target elders via the internet, often for financial gain.

Fraudulent schemes perpetrated over the phone, often targeting elders.

The use of physical force that may result in bodily injury, physical pain, or impairment.

Incorrect administration or the use of drugs to subdue or control an elder without medical justification.

The illegal or improper use of an elder’s funds, property, or assets.

Behaviors of an elder that threaten their own health or safety.

The deliberate use of someone else's identity, usually as a method to gain a financial advantage or obtain credit and other benefits.

The refusal or failure to fulfill any part of a person’s obligations or duties to an elder.

Ignoring or violating an older adult's fundamental rights.

Intentionally misusing, misappropriating, or disposing of an elder resident's belongings.

Non-consensual sexual contact of any kind with an older adult.

Abuse occurring between residents in a long-term care setting.

Illegal acts perpetrated by healthcare providers or systems.