Emotional Neglect - Failure to provide an environment in which the child can thrive, learn and develop. This is probably the most difficult to identify due to its subtle manifestations.
- ignoring the child
- rejecting the child
- locking the child in a closet or similar type of small dark space
- isolating the child from normal peer experiences
Physical Indicators
- Habit disorders (sucking, biting, rocking, etc.)
- Conduct disorders (antisocial, destructive, etc.)
- Neurotic traits (sleep disorders, speech disorders, inhibition of play)
- Psychoneurotic reactions (hysteria, obsession, compulsion, phobias, hypochondria)
Behavioral Indicators
- Poor self image
- Overly shy and/or needy
- Feels as if their punishments aren''t harsh enough
- Afraid to go home
- If confronted, gives wild stories which change each time asked
- Behavior extremes (compliant and passive, aggressive and demanding)
- Overly adoptive behavior (inappropriately adult, inappropriately infant)
- Developmental lags (physical, mental, emotional)
- Attempted suicide
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