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What are signs of parental neglect?

Signs of child abuse or neglect include: Unexplained injuries, such as bruises. Extreme behaviors, such as excessive crying, truancy or running away. Poor hygiene and unsuitable clothing. Excessive fear of parent(s), caregiver(s) or going home. Depression or excessive crying. More items... •

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Child abuse and neglect are common. At least 1 in 7 children experienced abuse or neglect in the last year, according to the CDC. Every year, Child Abuse Prevention Month is observed in April to raise awareness and honor the important role that everyone can play in strengthening families and supporting children. Protecting children from abuse and neglect is a community responsibility. Most adults want to help but may be unsure about how to get involved. Remember to follow the three Rs – Recognize, Respond and Refer.

Recognize the Warning Signs

Signs of child abuse or neglect include:

Unexplained injuries, such as bruises

Extreme behaviors, such as excessive crying, truancy or running away

Poor hygiene and unsuitable clothing

Excessive fear of parent(s), caregiver(s) or going home

Depression or excessive crying

Poor peer relationships or inability to relate to children of the same age

Sudden change in behavior

Constant hunger, tiredness or lack of energy

Attention-seeking behaviors

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Respond Appropriately

It is important to respond appropriately to a disclosure or suspicion of abuse. Try to keep your words and body language as calm and neutral as possible. Children may feel confused, scared, sad or angry. Be supportive and non-judgmental. You can let them know that you may need to talk to someone whose job it is to keep them safe. Don’t wait to make a call. In case of an emergency, or if a child indicates that they are afraid to return home, you should call local law enforcement immediately, or 911. Contact your local child protective services agency to make a report. This is determined by the county in which the child resides or in which the abuse or neglect is occurring or has occurred. If an incident has happened within the last 96 hours (4 days), an immediate medical assessment may be necessary. For a directory of child protective services agencies, click here. You should try to include the following information, although it is not required: The name and address of the child you suspect is being abused or neglected

The age of the child

The name and address of the parent(s) or guardian

The name of the person you suspect is abusing or neglecting the child and the address, if available

The reason you suspect the child is being abused or neglected

Any other information that may be helpful to the investigation

The Center for Family Safety and Healing fully addresses all aspects of family violence, including child abuse and neglect, teen dating abuse, domestic violence and elder abuse. If you’d like to learn more about services or make an appointment, please call 614-722-8200.

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Can parents spend too much time with their kids?

After all, research shows that children who spend a lot of time with their families do better in school, make better choices and are happier. But hanging out too often, especially if you force it, can cause problems like making kids dependent and leaving parents feeling resentful.

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6. You call in sick to girls’ night out because you feel like you’re abandoning your family. Mom guilt can make you reluctant to do something for yourself, but your kids should see you as “a whole person living a whole life, because that’s what you want for them,” says Schipani. In other words, when Mom has coffee with friends, your kids realize you’re more than just their mother. But never mind life lessons for your kids. Take time out because it's fun for you! “You might sign up your kid for tap dancing lessons. Why shouldn't you have tap dancing lessons? It has nothing to do with your kid; it has something to do with you as a person.”