Until recently, there has been controversy regarding the definition and
consequences of psychological maltreatment.
Early recognition and reporting of suspected psychological maltreatment to proper authorities, with the provision of therapeutic services, may prevent or ameliorate
the consequences of psychological maltreatment.
Pediatricians should be aware of risk factors in children and families that may predispose to psychological maltreatment and should recognize the types and
consequences of psychological maltreatment.
The stage of a child's development may influence
the consequences of psychological maltreatment.
Ideally, the pediatrician will be able to describe the child's baseline emotional, developmental, educational, and physical characteristics before the onset of psychological maltreatment and document the subsequent adverse
consequences of psychological maltreatment.
Not exact matches
Psychological maltreatment may result in a myriad of long - term consequences for the child victim.14 A chronic pattern of psychological maltreatment destroys a child's sense of self and per
Psychological maltreatment may result in a myriad
of long - term
consequences for the child victim.14 A chronic pattern
of psychological maltreatment destroys a child's sense of self and per
psychological maltreatment destroys a child's sense
of self and personal safety.
Psychological maltreatment is a common
consequence of physical and sexual abuse but also may occur as a distinct entity.
Early identification and reporting
of psychological maltreatment, with subsequent training and therapy for caregivers, may decrease the likelihood
of untoward
consequences.
Early chapters provide context in a theoretical discourse on the causes and
consequences of psychological and attachment difficulties for children in care, including a discussion
of maltreatment and foster care.
[jounal] Gross, A.B / 1992 / Long - term
consequences of childhood physical and
psychological maltreatment / Agressive Behavior 18: 171 ~ 185