Child neglect (also called psychological abuse) is a form of child abuse that occurs when someone intentionally does not provide a child with food, water, shelter, clothing, medical care, or other necessities.
Other forms of child neglect include:
See also:
Causes, incidence, and risk factorsThe rate at which children are physically and emotionally neglected is difficult to define.
Risk factors may include:
Abused children are at risk of becoming abusers themselves as adults.
SymptomsSymptoms of psychological abuse may include:
See also: Failure to thrive
Signs and testsChildren with suspected emotional abuse should be examined by a trained mental health professional. All neglected or psychologically abused children should be examined for other forms of physical abuse.
TreatmentThe law requires health care workers, school employees, and child care professionals to report suspected abuse.
Treatment of the abused child may include nutritional and mental health therapy.
It may be necessary to remove the child from the home to prevent further abuse.
Treatment for abusers may involve parenting classes and treatment for mental illness, alcohol, or drug abuse.
Support GroupsThere are many support groups available, including:
Prevent Child Abuse America - www.preventchildabuse.org
Expectations (prognosis)With treatment, many children and parents can be reunited as a family. The long-term outcome depends on:
As in all forms of child abuse, severe injury or death is possible.
Other long-term problems may include:
Call your health care provider if a child has:
Suspected child abuse of any form must be reported to the authorities.
PreventionCommunity programs, such as home visits by nurses and social workers, can help families change behaviors or prevent the start of abuse in high-risk families.
School-based programs to improve parenting, communication, and self-image can help prevent future abuse and may help to identify abused children.
Parenting classes are very helpful. Newlywed adults without children should be encouraged to take these classes before they have each child. The dynamics in the home change when each new child is born.
ReferencesJohnson CF. Abuse and neglect of children. In: Kliegman RM, Behrman RE, Jenson HB, Stanton BF, eds. Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics. 18th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier;2007:chap 36.
Child neglect (also called psychological abuse) is a form of child abuse that occurs when someone intentionally does not provide a child with food, water, shelter, clothing, medical care, or other necessities.
Other forms of child neglect include:
See also:
Causes, incidence, and risk factorsThe rate at which children are physically and emotionally neglected is difficult to define.
Risk factors may include:
Abused children are at risk of becoming abusers themselves as adults.
SymptomsSymptoms of psychological abuse may include:
See also: Failure to thrive
Signs and testsChildren with suspected emotional abuse should be examined by a trained mental health professional. All neglected or psychologically abused children should be examined for other forms of physical abuse.
TreatmentIf you think a child is in immediate danger because of abuse or neglect, you should call 911.
If you suspect that a child is being abused, report it right away. Most states have a child abuse hotline. You may also use the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-4-A-CHILD).
The law requires health care workers, school employees, and child care professionals to report suspected abuse.
Treatment of the abused child may include nutritional and mental health therapy.
It may be necessary to remove the child from the home to prevent further abuse.
Treatment for abusers may involve parenting classes and treatment for mental illness, alcohol, or drug abuse.
Support GroupsThere are many support groups available, including:
Prevent Child Abuse America - www.preventchildabuse.org
Expectations (prognosis)With treatment, many children and parents can be reunited as a family. The long-term outcome depends on:
As in all forms of child abuse, severe injury or death is possible.
Other long-term problems may include:
Call your health care provider if a child has:
Suspected child abuse of any form must be reported to the authorities.
PreventionCommunity programs, such as home visits by nurses and social workers, can help families change behaviors or prevent the start of abuse in high-risk families.
School-based programs to improve parenting, communication, and self-image can help prevent future abuse and may help to identify abused children.
Parenting classes are very helpful. Newlywed adults without children should be encouraged to take these classes before they have each child. The dynamics in the home change when each new child is born.
ReferencesJohnson CF. Abuse and neglect of children. In: Kliegman RM, Behrman RE, Jenson HB, Stanton BF, eds. Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics. 18th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier;2007:chap 36.
Reviewed ByReview Date: 01/24/2011
Neil K. Kaneshiro, MD, MHA, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
Sushma Pandey has written: 'Psychological consequences of child abuse' -- subject(s): Child abuse, Psychological aspects, Psychological aspects of Child abuse
Yes and no. Child abuse can take many forms. But the result, or the impact it has on the child, is emotional and psychological. The forms child abuse can take are emotional child abuse, psychological child abuse (also referred to as mental child abuse), and physical child abuse.
Neglect of indoctrination is child abuse, Matt.18:6
child neglect is when you do not provide things that are needed for your child without meaning harm where child abuse is when a person intentionally harms a child to be cruel
ignore, abuse, forget (it all depends on neglect a child, or neglect to do something)
No. There are no incidents of child abuse or even neglect in the story
four children die everyday due to child abuse or neglect.
April Daniels has written: 'Paperdolls' -- subject(s): Adult child sexual abuse victims, Biography, Child sexual abuse, Incest, Mormons, Psychological aspects, Psychological aspects of Child sexual abuse, Psychological aspects of Incest, Religious aspects of Child sexual abuse
Laura Rose has written: 'Overview of government programs relating to the prevention of child abuse and neglect' -- subject(s): Child abuse, Government policy, Prevention, Wisconsin, Wisconsin. Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board
The local child welfare agency removes the child from the home due to abuse, neglect or abandonment. The agency may learn of the abuse by a report from a doctor or teacher, or a call by a concerned citizen to a hotline. Sometimes an older child will report the abuse or neglect themselves.
Michael Colin Macpherson has written: 'The psychology of abuse' -- subject(s): Child abuse, Psychological aspects, Psychological aspects of Child abuse 'Homecoming'
Neglect and abuse can lead to problems later on in life such as psychological issues and depression. Aside from mental problems, the victim may also experience physical issues such as broken bones, etc. (If the abuse becomes that serious.)