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Sexual abuse

Definition

From:

SCIE website: Types and indicators of abuse

Social Care Institute for Excellence

Types of sexual abuse

Rape, attempted rape or sexual assault
Inappropriate touch anywhere
Non-consensual masturbation of either or both persons
Non-consensual sexual penetration or attempted penetration of the vagina, anus or mouth
Any sexual activity that the person lacks the capacity to consent to
Inappropriate looking, sexual teasing or innuendo or sexual harassment
Sexual photography or forced use of pornography or witnessing of sexual acts
Indecent exposure

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