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Types of Abuse - Markdown
Types of abuse systematically categorize harmful behaviors inflicted upon victims. In Japanese law, five types are defined in the Elder Abuse Prevention Act, Child Abuse Prevention Act, and Disability Abuse Prevention Act: physical abuse, psychological abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, and economic abuse. These classifications serve as important criteria for early detection of abuse, appropriate intervention, and victim support.
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| code | slug | name | description |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| physical | physical-abuse | Physical Abuse | Acts that cause injuries, bruises, or pain to the body through violent behavior. |
| psychological | psychological-abuse | Psychological Abuse | Acts that cause psychological distress through threatening or insulting words and attitudes, neglect, or harassment. |
| sexual | sexual-abuse | Sexual Abuse | Acts involving sexual behavior without consent or coercing such behavior. |
| neglect | neglect | Neglect | Acts that worsen living environment or physical and mental condition by failing to provide necessary care. |
| economic | economic-abuse | Economic Abuse | Acts of using property or money without consent and unreasonably restricting the use of money. |