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Abuse
Abuse is maltreatment. It can be physical, such as hurting the body, or it may be emotional, sexual, or even financial. Injury from abuse may occur to children or vulnerable adults or among spouses.
Suspect physical abuse when:
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- An injury cannot be explained or does not match the explanation.
- Repeated injuries occur.
- Explanations change for how an injury happened.
You may feel uneasy if your health professional brings up the issue of abuse. Health care providers have a professional duty and legal obligation to evaluate the possibility of abuse. It is important to consider this possibility, especially if there were no witnesses to an injury.
If you suspect abuse, seek help. You can call the local child or adult protective agency, police, or clergy or a health professional such as a doctor, nurse, or counselor.
If you think your child has been abused, there are resources available to help.
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