Recognising harm

There are different ways to recognise when an adult is at risk of harm.

These include:

• someone might tell you they are being harmed, or make a comment which sounds like they could be experiencing harm
• an unusual, unexplained or suspicious injury
• unexplained loss of weight, increased confusion
• someone may be frightened of a particular person
• being unable to spend time alone with someone due to the insistence or presence of another
• unexplained debts or having less money or assets

Trust your instincts. If something feels wrong, it is best to tell someone - you may be the only person to notice.