Question

Children who have been the victims of child maltreatment are followed from early childhood through adolescence with their psychological and emotional well being assessed every 3 years during this time. This is an example of a ____.

Answer 1

It is an example of child abuse and neglect.

Explanation:

• Ignoring a child's early growth, development and needs and being exposed to dangerous and unwanted situations at an early stage of life can be considered as maltreatment or child abuse or neglect
• This maltreatment can have a shocking impact on their overall growth and development leading to an introvert, emotionally insecure, dependent and psychologically disturbed personality.
• Keeping a check on their behavioral patterns helps a lot to understand and make them come out of this if detected early. Their well being is of paramount importance.
• They should be taught right from childhood to speak openly about any untoward or strange behavior or anything which disturbs them leading to change in their personality.
• With proper training and guidance given to parents and even children, we can help to prevent many children of becoming victims to any sort of abuse or neglect.