elder abuse
Elder abuse refers to any intentional act or failure to act that causes harm or distress to an older person, typically aged 60 or above, by a person or entity in a position of trust or power. This mistreatment can be physical, emotional, sexual, or financial in nature, and may also include neglect or abandonment of the elderly individual.
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