Asked by
Jessica Geiger
on Dec 29, 2024Verified
Anna is a 7-month-old baby. Her mother is a drug user, and she often leaves her infant unattended for several hours whenever she is under the influence of drugs. Anna is a victim of _____.
A) emotional abuse
B) emotional neglect
C) educational neglect
D) sexual abuse
Emotional Neglect
A form of child neglect involving a consistent failure to provide emotional support, attention, and affection to a child.
Drug User
An individual who consumes substances that are illegal or potentially harmful to health, whether for recreational, medicinal, or other purposes.
Unattended
Something or someone not being closely watched or given attention, which can lead to situations of neglect or oversight.
- Pinpoint signs and symptoms that point to different categories of child abuse and neglect.
Verified Answer
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Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint signs and symptoms that point to different categories of child abuse and neglect.