Discusses the role of GPs in identifying patients who may be at risk of or are experiencing elder abuse.

Responding appropriately to a carer’s concerns about a child’s sexual behaviours can increase the likelihood of carer engagement with appropriate supports in cases requiring specialist intervention.

General practitioners can facilitate recovery-orientated, trauma-focused care, even when local services are limited.

General practitioners and practice nurses need to be provided with greater support and training to undertake the emotionally challenging role of mandated reporters of child abuse.