Presentation
You will find presenter bios and descriptions of their presentations in the conference brochure. [dphhs.mt.gov]
Specifically, studies from China, Netherlands and United Kingdom presented the lowest maltreatment estimates. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Entire Body System
- Disability
[…] compliance with its international obligations as they apply to the rights of people with disability; role and challenges of formal and informal disability advocacy in preventing and responding to violence, abuse and neglect against people with disability [aph.gov.au]
Disability Rights Washington is a private non-profit organization that protects the rights of people with disabilities statewide. Our mission is to advance the dignity, equality, and self-determination of people with disabilities. [disabilityrightswa.org]
Programs & Services Adoption Foster Care Refugee & Resettlement Mental Health Youth & Family Programs Senior Living Housing & Homelessness Disabilities Addictions & Restorative Justice Outreach Disaster Response Church Relations Advocacy Careers Join [lsswis.org]
Adult abuse in the elderly, handicapped and disabled population is similar to that found in child abuse and includes characteristic burn patterns, a story that does not fit the injury, and a delay in seeking medical care. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Report Adult Abuse to Adult Protective Services (APS): (888) 832-3858 To report suspected financial exploitation or other kinds of abuse to the elderly or adults with a disability, call your local department of social services or the Virginia Department [dss.virginia.gov]
- Malnutrition
[…] following are features of child neglect: Children being left alone without adequate care and supervision Malnourishment, lacking food, unsuitable food or erratic feeding Non-organic failure to thrive, i.e. a child not gaining weight due not only to malnutrition [tusla.ie]
[…] rocking, sucking, or mumbling to themselves Sexual abuse warning signs: Bruises around breasts or genitals Unexplained vaginal or anal bleeding Torn, stained, or bloody underclothing Elder neglect or self-neglect warning signs: Unusual weight loss, malnutrition [helpguide.org]
Psychosocial Consequences Some studies suggest that certain signs of severe neglect (such as when a child experiences dehydration, diarrhea, or malnutrition without receiving appropriate care) may lead to developmental delays, attention deficits, poorer [nap.edu]
- Weight Loss
loss, malnutrition, dehydration Untreated physical problems, such as bed sores Unsanitary living conditions: dirt, bugs, soiled bedding and clothes Being left dirty or unbathed Unsuitable clothing or covering for the weather Unsafe living conditions [helpguide.org]
Gastrointestinal
- Failure to Thrive
Possible Signs: underweight, poor growth pattern, and failure to thrive; inappropriate dress, consistent hunger, and poor hygiene; consistent lack of supervision; unattended physical and medical problems and needs; lack of proper medical or mental health [dss.sc.gov]
Neglect The following indicators may indicate neglect: failure to thrive developmental delay prone to illness sallow or sickly appearance abnormally high appetite, stealing or hoarding food smelly or dirty appearance untreated medical conditions. [childprotection.sa.gov.au]
Oates, R.K. 1984a Similarities and differences between nonorganic failure to thrive and deprivation dwarfism. Child Abuse and Neglect 8:439-445. 1984b Non-organic failure to thrive. [nap.edu]
The following are features of child neglect: Children being left alone without adequate care and supervision Malnourishment, lacking food, unsuitable food or erratic feeding Non-organic failure to thrive, i.e. a child not gaining weight due not only to [tusla.ie]
Undernutrition, fatigue, poor hygiene, lack of appropriate clothing, and failure to thrive are common signs of inadequate provision of food, clothing, or shelter. [msdmanuals.com]
Psychiatrical
- Fear
Emotional abuse predicted shame, guilt, relationship anxiety, and fear of relationships. Emotional neglect predicted relationship anxiety and relationship depression. Physical neglect was associated with less relationship anxiety. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
[…] inappropriate sexual behaviour based on the child’s age promiscuous affection seeking behaviour excessive masturbation which does not respond to boundaries or discipline obsessive and compulsive washing wary of physical contact with others unusually fearful [childprotection.sa.gov.au]
Fear of involvement has resulted in family tragedies in which neighbors reported they knew what was going on, but declined to get involved. [co.winnebago.wi.us]
Subjecting a child to humiliation, fear, verbal terror, or extreme criticism. Using corporal punishment beyond what is objectionably reasonable and it results in the physical or emotional harm of a child. Exposing a child to family violence. [www1.nyc.gov]
- Withdrawn
Children may be aggressive, withdrawn, depressed, anxious, or demonstrate violent themes in art or fantasy. [dss.sc.gov]
[…] or glove-like burns Unexplained fractures, injuries or abrasions Nervousness, hyperactivity, aggressiveness, disruptive and destructive behaviors Unusual wariness of physical contact Fear of parent or caretaker Lack of expressed emotion Unduly shy, withdrawn [mecknc.gov]
[…] out: parent has a drug, alcohol or gambling problem parent does not engage with their child or has a difficult relationship with them child doesn’t have enough clothes on and is often cold and hungry child has unexplained or changeable emotions (eg, withdrawn [health.govt.nz]
[…] walking or sitting Torn, stained or bloody underclothing Pain or itching in genital area Bruises or bleeding in external genitalia, vaginal or anal areas Venereal disease, especially in pre-teens Pregnancy Unwilling to change for gym or participate in PE Withdrawn [nj.gov]
A mentally ill or traumatized parent may be distant and withdrawn from their children, or quick to anger without understanding why. Treatment for the caregiver means better care for the children. Lack of parenting skills. [helpguide.org]
- Anger
Lashing out in anger. Abusive parents act out of anger and the desire to assert control, not the motivation to lovingly teach the child. The angrier the parent, the more intense the abuse. Using fear to control behavior. [helpguide.org]
Caregiver mental health and potentially harmful caregiving behavior: The central role of caregiver anger. Gerontologist, 50, 76-86. doi:10.1093/geront/gnp099 National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse. (2003). [apa.org]
Some experts suggest that corporal punishment that is done in anger or to hurt the child or that results in visible injuries is not legitimate in any culture. Medical practices also vary in different cultures. [msdmanuals.com]
- Low Self-Esteem
Parents who were neglected or abused as children may not be emotionally mature or may have low self-esteem. [msdmanuals.com]
self-esteem Doing poorly in school Extreme behavior, such as being way too obedient or way too demanding Headaches and stomachaches with no clear cause The child doesn’t seem close to a parent or caregiver Showing little interest in friends and activities [webmd.com]
These include insecure attachment, unhappiness, low self-esteem, educational and developmental underachievement, risk taking and aggressive behaviour. It should be noted that no one indicator is conclusive evidence of emotional abuse. [tusla.ie]
- Denial
Avoid denial and remain calm. A common reaction to news as unpleasant and shocking as child abuse is denial. [helpguide.org]
Avoid denial and remain calm. Finally, take action. Start the process for documenting and report the suspected abuse or neglect. Mandated Reporters: Who must report suspected child maltreatment? You are responsible for making the report... [iaccrr.org]
A letter of denial shall contain at least the following: (A) The specific reasons and legal authority for the denial or decision to withhold; (B) Notification to the requestor of any right to appeal; and (C) A description of the documents withheld by [beta.code.dccouncil.us]
Neurologic
- Neglect
Department of Health and Human Services) Child Abuse and Neglect Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect Responding to Child Abuse and Neglect Connecticut Practice Book Chapter 32a - Rights of Parties Neglected, Uncared for and Dependent Children and Termination [jud.ct.gov]
KEYWORDS: Child abuse; Child maltreatment; Child neglect; Epidemiology; Tunisia [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
- Hyperactivity
Physical Abuse Unexplained bruises in various stages of healing Self-destructive behaviors Welts, human bite marks, bald spots Unexplained burns - especially cigarette burns or glove-like burns Unexplained fractures, injuries or abrasions Nervousness, hyperactivity [mecknc.gov]
Possible Signs: speech disorders; lags in physical development or failure to thrive; hyperactive and/or disruptive behavior; isolation; withdrawn; significantly more attention given to another sibling; delays in development; phobias; sleep disorders; [dss.sc.gov]
Irritable, demanding, or hyperactive children may provoke parents’ tempers, as may developmentally or physically disabled children, who often are more dependent than a typically developing child. [msdmanuals.com]
- Behavior Problem
CONCLUSIONS: Maltreatment is a significant risk factor for teen pregnancy among low income youth even after controlling for neighborhood disadvantage, other caregiver risks and indicators of individual emotional and behavioral problems. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Doctors refer children with other types of abuse for counseling if behavioral or emotional problems develop. [msdmanuals.com]
neurotic mental illness, cruelty, delinquency, sexually inappropriate behavior, regressive behavior, running away, general problem behaviors, and self-injurious behavior. [nap.edu]
Research has shown that children exposed to domestic violence increases the chances of experienced behavioral and emotional problems (depression, irritability, anxiety, academic problems, and problems in language development). [64] Overall, emotional [en.wikipedia.org]
- Sleep Disturbance
Sexual abuse The following indicators may indicate sexual abuse: genital injuries bite marks sexually transmitted diseases persistent soiling or bed wetting sleep disturbance inappropriate sexual behaviour based on the child’s age promiscuous affection [childprotection.sa.gov.au]
disturbances or nightmares Pain, itching, bruising or bleeding in the genital area Venereal disease Frequent urinary tract or yeast infections Exhibiting delinquent or aggressive behaviors Showing signs of depression Displaying self-injurious behaviors [mecknc.gov]
Aggressiveness or withdrawal may develop, as may phobias or sleep disturbances. Some sexually abused children act in ways that are sexually inappropriate for their age. [msdmanuals.com]
- Insomnia
When a child has been sexually abused, behavioral changes (eg, irritability, fearfulness, insomnia) may be the only clues initially. [msdmanuals.com]
[…] pornography. [23] [25] [26] Selling the sexual services of children may be viewed and treated as child abuse rather than simple incarceration. [27] Effects of child sexual abuse on the victim(s) include guilt and self-blame, flashbacks, nightmares, insomnia [en.wikipedia.org]
Workup
For the physician the patient workup includes a careful history and physical exam, including cognitive evaluation. Ask about living arrangements, financial status, social supports, and emotional stressors. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Treatment
Intervening to change parenting practices may, however, be important in their treatment. Despite their frequent occurrence among dental patients, neglect is the least known and identified type of abuse. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Our funding also provides for child abuse and neglect assessment, investigation, prosecution, and treatment activities. [acf.hhs.gov]
Etiology
First, the proposed model describes elder abuse and neglect as multifactorial phenomena and identifies specific risk factors associated with the etiology and maintenance of elder abuse and neglect in Latino families. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
However, if specific problem behaviors represent specific etiologies, then a single general intervention strategy might fail to reduce the problems of most individuals. [nap.edu]
[…] services provided to families that are designed to prevent or reduce the prevalence of child abuse and neglect before signs of abuse or neglect may be present. “(2) ‘Secondary prevention’ means activities and services provided to persons identified by etiological [beta.code.dccouncil.us]
Epidemiology
KEYWORDS: Child abuse; Child maltreatment; Child neglect; Epidemiology; Tunisia [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Shanok 1977 Medical histories of delinquent and nondelinquent children: An epidemiological study. American Journal of Psychiatry 134:1020-1025. Lewis, D.O., S.S. Shanok, J.H. Pincus., and G.H. [nap.edu]
Prevention
This study also assessed the relationship between in-house CAN expert consultation and professionals' performance of six recommended activities described in a national guideline on preventing CAN for preventive child health care professionals. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
The following are our child abuse and neglect programs: Promoting Safe and Stable Families The Court Improvement program Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) CAPTA discretionary fund CAPTA state grants Community-Based Child Abuse Prevention [acf.hhs.gov]