Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

In this episode of Discussing Disability, ASN's CEO, Syard Evans, talks with Lindsey and Jasmine from the organization's behavioral health department about the abuse, neglect, maltreatment, and exploitation (ANME) of people with disabilities. Together, they explore the dynamics of ANME seen in disability services, what it means to provide trauma-informed support, and the importance of informed consent. Lindsey and Jasmine reflect on their own experiences acting as a "translator" or "mediator" to help direct support professionals understand what kind of support someone needs from them. This conversation reinforces the importance of truly supporting people to develop protective factors instead of merely trying to "protect them."