Tag: child abuse effects
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15 Ways Verbal Abuse Slows Child Development
Here’s what children learn from the words they hear. Understanding the impact of verbal abuse on child development is crucial for parents. It’s also a critical message to send to educators and society. Verbal abuse, a form of negative communication, can have far-reaching effects on a child’s growth. The insidious nature of verbal abuse often…
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5 Behaviors People Who Had A Traumatic Childhood Display In Their Relationships
Child abuse is one of the most gut-wrenching things a human being can experience. The psychological scars left from abuse can be severe and last a lifetime. Child abuse or childhood maltreatment (CM) can be defined as “sexual and physical abuse, emotional maltreatment, and neglect.” Furthermore, CM can be inflicted by adults and peers; systematic…
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6 Things To Remember If Your Partner Was Abused As A Child
Was your partner abused as a child? If so, they probably have scars they still carry today. And good for you for diving in to learn more about how you can help them heal. “Individuals who reported six or more adverse childhood experiences had an average life expectancy two decades shorter than those who reported none. Ischemic heart…
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7 Behaviors People Who Were Abused As Children Display In Their Adult Lives
The number of abused children is gut-wrenching The National Children’s Alliance reports alarming 2021 statistics for the United States: Approximately 600,000 children were victims of abuse. They also note this number is most likely under-reported. Children under the age of one comprise the majority of abused children, equalling about 15% of all cases. Even worse,…