Symptoms: Self Neglect
Types of self-neglect
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Lack of self-care to an extent that it threatens personal health and safety
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Neglecting to care for one’s personal hygiene, health or surroundings
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Inability to avoid self-harm
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Failure to seek help or access services to meet health and social care needs
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Inability or unwillingness to manage one’s personal affairs
Indicators of self-neglect
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Very poor personal hygiene
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Unkempt appearance
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Lack of essential food, clothing or shelter
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Malnutrition and/or dehydration
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Living in squalid or unsanitary conditions
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Neglecting household maintenance
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Hoarding
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Collecting a large number of animals in inappropriate conditions
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Non-compliance with health or care services
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Inability or unwillingness to take medication or treat illness or injury
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