Category Archives: Emotional Abuse
Examples of Emotional Abuse in Nursing Homes
Nursing home residents are dependent on the care of their nurses, doctors, and other staff members in the facility. Depending on the condition of their health, they may not be able to understand if they are not being treated fairly by those entrusted to care for them. Even when residents know that they are… Read More »
Understanding Emotional Abuse in Nursing Homes
When people think of nursing home abuse, they often think of physical abuse such as hitting or pushing residents. However, emotional abuse is actually one of the most pervasive and common problems in long-term care facilities. Like other types of abuse, emotional abuse is often not reported by residents and it is also the… Read More »
Understanding Emotional Abuse In Nursing Homes
Nursing home abuse takes many forms, and it is not always physical. Psychological or emotional abuse is just as damaging to nursing home residents, and can cause mental injuries. Residents and their loved ones can file a personal injury claim to recover compensation for these injuries, but these claims are much more complex than… Read More »
