The Department of Justice defines __________ as physical, sexual, or psychological abuse, as well as neglect, abandonment, and financial exploitation of an older person by another person or entity, that occurs in any setting (e.g., home, community, or

facility), either in a relationship where there is an expectation of trust and/or when an older person is targeted based on age or disability.

A) Domestic abuse
B) Domestic violence
C) Elder abuse
D) Neglect


C) Elder abuse

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