CHILD NEGLECT

Indicators of Neglect
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Indicators of Neglect

Child neglect­

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­Let’s look now at the indicators of neglect. These are things you might notice about a child that will give you a clue that they are suffering neglect of some kind:

  • Signs of malnutrition
  • Poor hygiene
  • Unattended physical medical problems
  • Inadequate supervision
  • Child appears constantly tired
  • Frequent lateness or absence
  • Inappropriate clothing
  • Alcohol or drug abuse present in the house 
  • Frequent Illness
  • Self comforting behaviours or craving attention
  • Home environment inappropriate