The Truth About Abuse: How People with Disabilities Are More Vulnerable to Abuse
Domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of abuse can happen to anyone, regardless of race, age, gender, religion or sexuality. Yet some groups of people are uniquely vulnerable to abuse. In particular, people with disabilities are more likely to experience violence than people without disabilities. They may also face barriers to obtaining support, such as inaccessible services, or services that are not tailored for the unique needs of people with disabilities. P