PEDIATRICS · 2002 · 152 citations · 21 references
MedicineChild HealthPediatricsChild Abuse PediatricsDevelopmental-behavioral PediatricsTrauma-related DisordersAdverse Childhood ExperiencesChild AbuseChild MaltreatmentChild Sexual AbusePhysical AbuseSexual AbuseBehavioral Consequences Of AbuseChild Abuse DiagnosisChild Maltreatment DiagnosisChild Maltreatment EpidemiologyChild Sexual Abuse ReportingDevelopmental Consequences Of MaltreatmentMaltreatment ReportingRisk Factors For Maltreatment
Psychological maltreatment is a common consequence of physical and sexual abuse but also may occur as a distinct entity. Until recently, there has been controversy regarding the definition and consequences of psychological maltreatment. Sufficient research and consensus now exist about the incidence, definition, risk factors, and consequences of psychological maltreatment to bring this form of child maltreatment to the attention of pediatricians. This technical report provides practicing pediatricians with definitions and risk factors for psychological maltreatment and details how pediatricians can prevent, recognize, and report psychological maltreatment. Contemporary references and resources are provided for pediatricians and parents
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Verbal aggression by parents and psychosocial problems of children
Yvonne Vissing, Murray A. Straus, Richard J. Gelles et al. · Child Abuse & Neglect · 1991 · 424 citations