P. 81) outlines key features involved in assessing exposure to risks, or a person's vulnerability: • Identification and assessment of the risks to which the client is exposed. What risks are they likely to encounter and with what result? • Determining whether such risks are acceptable or not. Should the risks be run? ... • Risk management strategies are generally informed by the desire to balance risk reduction with autonomy, quality of life and rights. ...

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Elder abuse: a systematic review of risk factors in community-dwelling elders. ... Patients who may have temporary or permanent mental issues may be combative or they may have the risk of falling down their bed. ... Educating the public, the caregivers, the families, and the elders about the prevention of abuse is a process in getting the community involved. ...

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As stated in an article, "youth who are bullied have a higher risk of depression and anxiety," (StopBullying.gov). ... These states that have not adopted the laws put their children at a greater risk of suicide. ... Eighty-one percent of teens think it is easier for them to bully online instead of in person because it poses less of a risk. ... Others may also say that if one didn't have technology we would not be as smart and advanced in today's times and society, basically that if someone were to be cyberbullied, it was at their own risk and they should be able to deal wit...

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They can lead to a higher prevalence of self-destructive behaviors such as smoking and alcohol use and an increased risk of psychopathology and depression, which can lead to suicidal behavior, especially among girls. ... The results showed that more boys than girls were involved in bullying and more boys than girls were bullies. ... Obese students were involved in bullying twice as much as their normal-weight peers. ... Students who were less open with their parents tended to be involved in bullying more and even more of these students were victims. Students who reported being teased about t...

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Gallopin and Leigh (2009) reported that lesbian, gay, and bisexual teens are at increased risk for teen dating violence. ... Types of Abuse - Physical Abuse: occurs when a teen is pinched, hit, shoved, or kicked - Emotional Abuse: threatening a teen or harming his/her sense of self worth - Sexual Abuse: forcing a teen to engage in a sex act (e.g. fondling and rape) Consequences of Dating Violence In addition to an increase of risk for injury, victims of dating violence are at increased risk for binge drinking, suicide attempts, physical fights, and sexual activity (CDC, 2006). ... Shortl...

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Victims of bullying are often rejected by their peers, and are at risk for depression, dropping out of school, poor self-esteem, and other mental health problems, including schizophrenia. It is not only victims who are at risk for short- and long-term problems; bullies also are at increased risk for negative outcomes. ... In all, 29 percent of the students who responded to the survey had been involved in some aspect of bullying, either as a bully, as the target of bullying, or both. ...

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Victims of bullying are often rejected by their peers, and are at risk for depression, dropping out of school, poor self-esteem, and other mental health problems, including schizophrenia. It is not only victims who are at risk for short- and long-term problems; bullies also are at increased risk for negative outcomes. ... In all, 29 percent of the students who responded to the survey had been involved in some aspect of bullying, either as a bully, as the target of bullying, or both. ...

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This abuse causes much turmoil for not only the partnership but also for the family that is involved in. Said abusive relationship can also be in many cases, life threatening and very difficult to escape from especially if there are children involved. ... This must be done very carefully because once the victim leaves, they become much more at risk of homicide by the hand of the abuser. ...

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Alcohol can impair students" judgment and take risks they would not otherwise take while sober. Respondents confirm that alcohol plays a major role in hazing to join athletic teams, with more than half of the athletes saying they were involved in alcohol related initiation activities. ... Selective respondents believe what really should happen is that the definition of hazing should be loosened and people involved should take it seriously. ...

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Social workers involved in the area of child welfare would need to understand and empathize with these children and their families. ... "A safe, but insecure family poses a considerable risk to children for abuse. ... Different personal experiences are given by the men throughout the article each explaining when the abuse started, the duration and the acts involved. ...

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In 1999, Roger Sider, M.D. wrote the article, "Living Together Risky for Young Women and Children," which talks about domestic violence and the risks undertaken by young women and children. ... By separating from her husband, Lou is not only hurting herself, but she is increasing the risk for her children to become involved in illegal activities. ...

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Unfortunately once an example is set in an adult's life, they are at a higher risk of passing on what they see as acceptable in their own relationships, to their children. ... Additionally, if children are involved, removing them from a home isn't always as simple. ... One group, Abused Women's Aid in Crisis, commonly known as AWAIC is an Anchorage based organization that is dedicated to assisting those involved in domestic violence and seeking help. ...

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The Title, VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 also prohibits retribution on anyone who complains of sexual harassment or is involved in an investigation concerning sexual harassment. ... The employer could be punished if a supervisor is involved in a form of sexual harassment that affects the employment of an employee even if the management knew nothing of its existence. ... Strategies for Prevention of Sexual Harassment in the Workplace There are several steps that can be applied to minimize the risk of sexual harassment within the workplace. ...

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A Secret War in America Battered women who kill their abusers should not get harsh punishment or the same punishment as other murderers. The statistics are ridiculous on how many women are abused in the United States. Currently there are 2,000 to 4,000 battered women in America serving prison ti...

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Many people involved in the health care field do not understand the importance of displaying unconditional love. ... Elder abuse is an umbrella term that refers to any "intentional or negligent act by a caregiver or any other person that causes harm or a serious risk of harm to a vulnerable adult". ...

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Many studies suggest that children who experience parental violence in their household growing up are at a higher risk of domestic violence. ... I was always under the impression that people who witnessed their parents deal with domestic violence issues were more prone to be a victim when they themselves were old enough to get involved in romantic relationships. ...

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An estimated 3.3 million children aged 3 to 17 years may witness domestic abuse of a parent every year in the United States ("Health Plus"). Domestic violence has a weighty effect on children who are exposed to it. Even if the children are not abused themselves, being helpless witnesses to the abuse...

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