When it comes to nursing home abuse and neglect in Arizona, emotional abuse is tougher to spot than physical abuse. Emotional abuse is unfortunately prevalent in Arizona nursing homes. The symptoms are a lot more subtle than physical abuse. But the damage caused by emotional abuse is as serious as the injuries caused by physical abuse. Nursing home facilities have an obligation and a responsibility to hire caring individuals who will provide quality care to residents. However, this is not always the case. Nursing homes that deliberately keep staffing levels low in their facilities and do not invest in trained, qualified staff create an environment that is ripe for abuse and neglect.
When the elderly are insulted or put down, they may suffer emotional trauma that can change their personality. Nursing home emotional abuse may include verbal attacks, insults, threats, intimidation, harassment, and humiliation. Victims of this type of abuse may become withdrawn and non-responsive. It is common for victims of emotional abuse to become easily upset or agitated. If a resident stops attending group activities or chooses to stay in their room, it may be a symptomatic of an emotional issue.
Detecting Arizona nursing home emotional abuse can be tricky. If you suspect your loved one is being verbally abused, intimidated, or harassed by nursing home employees, it is critical that you complain to a supervisor at the facility right away. If no action is taken, talk to an ombudsman in your state or contact an experienced lawyer to find out more information about your legal rights and options.
The skilled Arizona nursing home abuse attorneys at The Breyer Law Offices P.C. offer free consultations to families whose loved ones have been abused or neglected at a nursing home facility in Arizona. Please contact our Phoenix law offices at 602-457-6222 to get the help and advise you need. We will fight hard for the rights of your loved one and hold the negligent nursing home accountable for their actions.
