Child abuse is more than bruises and broken bones. While physical abuse
might be the most visible, other types of abuse, such as emotional abuse
and neglect, also leave deep, lasting scars. The earlier abused
children get help, the greater chance they have to heal and break the
cycle—rather than perpetuate it. By learning about common signs of abuse
and what you can do to intervene, you can make a huge difference in a
child’s life.
While physical abuse is shocking due to the scars it leaves, not all child abuse is as obvious. Ignoring children’s needs, putting them in unsupervised, dangerous situations, or making a child feel worthless or stupid are also child abuse. Regardless of the type of child abuse, the result is serious emotional harm.
http://www.helpguide.org/articles/abuse/child-abuse-and-neglect.htm#child
While physical abuse is shocking due to the scars it leaves, not all child abuse is as obvious. Ignoring children’s needs, putting them in unsupervised, dangerous situations, or making a child feel worthless or stupid are also child abuse. Regardless of the type of child abuse, the result is serious emotional harm.
http://www.helpguide.org/articles/abuse/child-abuse-and-neglect.htm#child
