Special Issues with Vulnerable Adults and the Elderly

Part 1: Clinical Issues (cognitive decline, depression, anxiety, substance use, etc.) Physical consequence of the clinical issue Emotional consequences of the clinical issue Cognitive consequence of the clinical issue. Spiritual consequences of the clinical issue Part 2: Abuse and Neglect Common forms of vulnerable adult and elderly neglect. Warning signs of vulnerable adult and elderly abuse. Legal and ethical considerations for reporting abuse and/or neglect of vulnerable adults and the elderly.