Tag: Myths about Child Abuse

  • Child Abuse

    Child Abuse Definition and Description of Child Abuse Child abuse refers to any intentional harm or mistreatment of a child. Legally, it encompasses physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, as well as neglect. The American Academy of Pediatrics defines child abuse as any act of commission or omission that results in harm, potential harm, or threat…

  • Abuse, Child

    Abuse, Child Definition and Description of Abuse, Child Abuse, Child refers to various forms of harm inflicted on children, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, as well as neglect. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), child abuse encompasses all forms of physical and/or emotional ill-treatment, sexual abuse, neglect, or negligent treatment resulting in actual…