Neglect

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Neglect
SpecialtyPediatrics, Gerontology

In the context of

caregiving, neglect is a form of abuse where the perpetrator, who is responsible for caring for someone who is unable to care for themselves, fails to do so. It can be a result of carelessness, indifference, or unwillingness and abuse.[1]

Neglect may include the failure to provide sufficient supervision, nourishment, or medical care, or the failure to fulfill other needs for which the victim cannot provide themselves. The term is also applied when necessary care is withheld by those responsible for providing it from animals, plants, and even inanimate objects. Neglect can carry on in a child's life falling into many long-term side effects, including physical injuries,

developmental trauma disorder, low self-esteem, attention disorders, violent behavior, and death.[2]

Legal definition

In

inquest by finding that it was a factor that contributed to a death.[3][4]

Consequences of neglect

There are many different types of neglect but they all have consequences, whether it be physically or mentally. [1]

Child neglect

Neglect can affect the body physically by affecting a child's development and health, sometimes leading to chronic medical problems. Children experiencing neglect often suffer from

lice and other signs of lack of care. There are many physical effects neglect can have on a person.[8]

Not only is neglect associated with physical problems; it also has an effect on a person mentally, ranging from poor peer relationships to violent behavior. Not only is behavior affected, but the way a person looks at themselves, which can lead to low self-esteem and the feeling of being unwanted. Neglect is more severe in younger children when it comes to psychological consequences. Parental detachment can harm the child's development of bonding and attachment to the parents,

The effects of neglect on child development are collectively called deprivation, the absence of environmental inputs needed for development. In this context, deprivation is often contrasted with threat, experiences involving harm or threat of harm.[11]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b "Analysis of Elder Abuse and Neglect Definitions Under State Law". National Academy of Sciences. 2003. Retrieved December 29, 2015.
  2. ^ "Child Abuse & Neglect - Child Welfare Information Gateway". www.childwelfare.gov. Retrieved 2023-05-19.
  3. ^ Lord Mackay of Clashfern (ed.) (2006) Halsbury's Laws of England, 4th ed. reissue, vol.9(2), "Coroners", 1035. Lack of care, neglect and self-neglect
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  8. ^ Depanfillis, Diane. "Child Neglect: A Guide for Prevention, Assessment and Intervention".
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