{"id":11555,"date":"2020-08-11T19:24:08","date_gmt":"2020-08-11T19:24:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/testmin.residensy.com\/en\/new-template-copy\/"},"modified":"2020-10-13T21:29:44","modified_gmt":"2020-10-13T21:29:44","slug":"child-abuse-neglect","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/testmin.residensy.com\/en\/child-abuse-neglect\/","title":{"rendered":"Child Abuse and Neglect"},"content":{"rendered":"

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What are Child Abuse and Neglect?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

Child abuse is doing something or failing to do something that results in harm to a child or puts a child at risk of harm. Child abuse can be physical, sexual or emotional. Neglect, or not providing for a child’s needs, is also a form of abuse.<\/span><\/p>\n

Children may be exposed to abuse and neglect by a parent, caregiver, or another person in a custodial role (e.g., clergy, coach, teacher). There are four common types of child abuse and neglect. Most abused children suffer greater emotional than physical damage. An abused child may become depressed. He or she may withdraw, think of suicide or become violent. An older child may use drugs or alcohol, try to run away or abuse others.<\/span><\/p>\n

Types of Child Abuse<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

Neglect<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Child neglect can take many forms. Physical neglect is the failure to provide for a child’s basic survival needs, such as nutrition, clothing, shelter, hygiene, and medical care. Physical neglect may also involve inadequate supervision of a child and other forms of reckless disregard of the child’s safety and welfare. Educational neglect involves the failure of a parent or caregiver to enroll a child of mandatory school age in school or to provide appropriate homeschooling or needed special education training. Medical neglect is the failure to provide or to allow needed care as recommended by a competent health-care professional for a physical injury, illness, medical condition, or impairment. It also includes the failure to seek timely and appropriate medical care for a serious health problem that any reasonable person would have recognized as needing professional medical attention. Chronic neglect is any type of child neglect that occurs on a recurring or enduring basis.<\/span><\/p>\n

Physical Abuse<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Physical abuse is one of the most common forms of child abuse. It occurs when a person close to the child deliberately commits an act that results in a physical injury to the child. These injuries can have serious, long-lasting effects and can sometimes cause death.<\/span><\/p>\n

Emotional Abuse<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Emotional or psychological child abuse is a pattern of behavior that impairs a child’s emotional development or sense of self-worth. This may include constant criticism, threats, or rejection, as well as withholding love, support, or guidance.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sexual Abuse<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Sexual abuse is one form of child abuse. It includes a wide range of actions between a child and an adult or older child. Often these involve body contact, but not always. Exposing one’s genitals to children or pressuring them for sex is sexual abuse. Using a child for pornography is also sexual abuse. Most sexual abusers know the child they abuse. They may be family friends, neighbors or babysitters. Most abusers are men.<\/span><\/p>\n

Signs of Abuse and Neglect<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

It is important to recognize high-risk situations and the signs and symptoms of maltreatment. A child may directly disclose to you that he or she has experienced abuse or neglect. While it\u2019s important to know the signs of physical, emotional, sexual abuse and neglect, which are provided later, the following signs of general maltreatment also can help determine whether a child needs help.<\/span><\/p>\n

Child<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
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  • Shows sudden changes in behavior or school performance<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Has not received help for physical or medical problems brought to the parents\u2019 attention<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Has learning problems (or difficulty concentrating) that cannot be attributed to specific physical or psychological causes<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Is always watchful, as though preparing for something bad to happen<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Lacks adult supervision<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Is overly compliant, passive, or withdrawn<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Comes to school or other activities early, stays late, and does not want to go home<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Is reluctant to be around a particular person<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Discloses maltreatment\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Parent<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
      \n
    • Denies the existence of – or blames the child for – the child\u2019s problems in school or at home<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Asks teachers or other caregivers to use harsh physical discipline if the child misbehaves<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Sees the child as entirely bad, worthless, or burdensome<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Demands a level of physical or academic performance the child cannot achieve<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Looks primarily to the child for care, attention, and satisfaction of the parent\u2019s emotional needs<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Shows little concern for the child<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Parent and child<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
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      • Touch or look at each other rarely<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Consider their relationship entirely negative<\/span><\/li>\n
      • State consistently they do not like each other<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        The list is not a comprehensive list of the signs of maltreatment. It is important to pay attention to other behaviors that may seem unusual or concerning. Additionally, the presence of these signs does not necessarily mean that a child is being maltreated; there may be other causes. They are, however, indicators that others should be concerned about the child\u2019s welfare, particularly when multiple signs are present or they occur repeatedly.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Impact of Child Abuse<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

        Children who are abused and neglected may suffer immediate physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, or broken bones, as well as emotional and psychological problems, such as impaired social-emotional skills or anxiety.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Child abuse and neglect can also have a tremendous impact on lifelong health and wellbeing if left untreated. For example, exposure to violence in childhood increases the risks of injury, future violence victimization and perpetration, substance abuse, sexually transmitted infections, delayed brain development, lower educational attainment, and limited employment opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n

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