What is self-neglect?
There are three types of self-neglect:
Lack of self-care that may endanger safety or well-being, for example:
- neglecting personal hygiene
- neglecting nutrition and hydration
- neglecting health
Lack of care of the home that may lead to potential dangers, for example:
- fire risks caused by hoarding
- health risks caused by dirty environments
Refusal of help that might solve these issues, for example:
- refusing care services
- refusing health assessments or interventions
