Principles Of Safeguarding And Protection In Health And Social Care

Sexual abuse is when someone does not give consent to take part in any form sexual activity. Signs of this could be pregnancy,

c. emotional/psychological abuse- A action by someone else that could affect a person mental wellbeing or i.e bulling,swearing treats or huimiliation what can resukt in mental or physical distress.

If you work for a company or agency there should be policies and procedures already in place to follow most would state to report to the appropriate person(s), record the facts on appropriate paperwork, listen and do not judge. Always establish what it is that has occurred and report any suspicions to the appropriate manger. Reassure the individual at all times and take every allegation seriously. Always date the paperwork and have it signed by any witnesses (if any). Take photographs of evidence if possible, if it is of the individual gain

Aiv) Explain the correct action to take if an individual tells you they are being abused.

Sexual: Sexual abuse is the type of abuse when someone is forced into doing sexual acts without their consent to cause pain or humiliation. It can include horrible name calling, refusal to use contraception, causing unwanted

You need to report the abuse so that it gets taken care of. Always keep an open mind. Management will be acted upon. We need to help them to report the facts of what they know and experience. All safeguarding issues, complaints can be referred to the local safeguarding team who will be taking action for the matter.

Physical abuse involves the use of force by pinching, punching, slapping, scalding, hitting, kicking, burning or misuse of medication, restraint or inappropriate sanctions. It is a form of physical attack on an individual, it can also be a intentional neglect to prevent physical injury.

‘If I suspect abuse through noticing a sign of physical abuse or change in the behaviour of an individual, I will make sure that I ask the individual what has happened telling the individual the changes that I have noticed. If it is in my place of work and the name of the person that abused the individual is known, whether staff or another service user, I must also record and report this. I will listen to the individual carefully; it is up to them to tell me, I would not ask them any questions about this as this is not part of my job role and would stay calm.I will make sure that I record what the individual tells me using the individual’s own words. I will make sure that I reassure the individual and explain that their safety is the most important and that it is my duty of care to tell the manager. I will make sure that I let my manager know what has happened immediately and pass

It is important to report issues to others as you can then ensure that you have taken the correct course of action. This person will also be able to offer support and if there was to be an investigation the other person will be able to confirm what actions you took and why.

2.1 – The actions to take if there are suspicions that an individual is being abused is to follow the policies and procedures already in place. Report it immediately to the Line Manager and record all the facts on the appropriate paperwork e.g. the Whistle Blowing technique if appropriate. Note down the alleged abuser, which category of abuse which may be happening, when and where the abuse may have happened. Also make sure you have respectful listening and keep it confidential.

They must make the service user their priority and protect them the ones we have with our family and friends. You must give care affectively without getting emotionally invested and other factors such as confidentiality must be obtained.

We should follow the company policies and procedures relating to suspected abuse, and the action to take. These will inform you of the proper course of action, who to report it to, and what responsibilities are as an employee of that company.

Psychological abuse: It includes the emotional behavior as well, if someone threatening you and this attitude will make a person some psychological

The second type is emotional abuse, Emotional abuse happens when a person uses words or actions to control, frighten or isolate someone or take away their self-respect. Is contains :

Psychological abuses are in the nature of intimidation and threats which can either be directed towards the parents or towards children. This caused the partner a lot of trauma and could be made worse by attack on property and pets. Do not allow your partner to stop you from meeting family members or friends since this is excessive