Caregiver stress is a significant factor that can lead to the abuse of older adults. Caring for elderly individuals, especially those with complex health needs, can be physically and emotionally demanding, leading to burnout and stress in caregivers. This stress can manifest as abusive behavior towards the elderly. Exploitation, while a form of elder abuse, is not the most common; physical and emotional abuse are more prevalent. Most cases of elder abuse go unreported, and health care providers are mandated to report suspected, not just verified, cases of elder abuse.