Abuse
See relationships section as well.
Recognizing and Preventing AbuseUnfortunately, safety must include the prevention and detection of abuse, violence and neglect. Studies suggest that individuals with developmental disabilities are at a much higher level of risk than their peers (Sullivan and Knutson, 2000).
Given this information and how critical it is to keep our loved ones safe, Autism Speaks has provided information from experts in the field explaining what abuse is, the signs of abuse, what to do if your loved one has been abused and how we can take steps to reduce risk. We have also provided numbers to call for help and guidance, as well as state and national resources. |