The phrase
"early maltreatment" refers to the mistreatment or abuse that someone experiences during their childhood or early years. It implies any form of harm or deprivation inflicted on a person when they are still young.
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Synonyms for individual words can be found below.
«early»
«maltreatment»
Sentences with «early maltreatment»
- This article describes the effects on the brain and later child development of chronic early maltreatment. (ezinearticles.com)
- ABC targets several key issues that have been identified as problematic among children who have experienced early maltreatment and / or disruptions in care. (cebc4cw.org)
- According to Dr. Becker - Weidman, one of the primary developers, this form of psychotherapy was originally developed as an intervention for children who have experienced emotional trauma as a result of chronic early maltreatment within the caregiving relationship. (goodtherapy.org)
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