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Overview. Any intentional harm or mistreatment to a child under 18 years old is considered child abuse. Child abuse takes many forms, which often occur at the same time. Physical abuse. Physical child abuse occurs when a child is purposely physically injured or put at risk of harm by another person. Sexual abuse.
Child abuse includes physical, sexual, emotional and medical abuse, as well as neglect. Learn about signs, risk factors, how to get help and prevention.
Reactive attachment disorder is when an infant or young child doesn't establish healthy attachments with parents or caregivers due to neglect.
Borderline personality disorder is a mental health condition that affects the way people feel about themselves and others, making it hard to function in everyday life. It includes a pattern of unstable, intense relationships, as well as impulsiveness and an unhealthy way of seeing themselves.
A Mayo Clinic pediatrician working with child abuse cases offers guidance to help you detect any abusive physical injuries in children and manage a challenging situation.
Fetal alcohol syndrome is a condition in a child that results from alcohol exposure during the mother's pregnancy. Drinking alcohol during pregnancy can cause the child to have disabilities related to behavior, learning and thinking, and physical development.
How to address child physical abuse. Arne H. Graff, M.D., is the division chair of Child Abuse Pediatrics at Mayo Clinic's campus in Rochester, Minnesota. His desire is to equip providers for potential child physical abuse (CPA) cases, helping them feel as comfortable as possible and removing the fear of reporting.
The Mayo Clinic Center for Safe and Healthy Children and Adolescents offers a safe environment where child abuse allegations can be quickly evaluated and victims helped. Its goal is to put the needs of the child first.
Find statistics and websites on child abuse and phone numbers to call to report cases of suspected abuse.
Alcohol use disorder can be mild, moderate or severe, based on the number of symptoms you experience. Signs and symptoms may include: Being unable to limit the amount of alcohol you drink. Wanting to cut down on how much you drink or making unsuccessful attempts to do so.