Contributing Factors to Abuse and Neglect of Children

Written by Holli Marshall

1. Overwhelming stress
2. Inability to plan for, organize, or foresee problems
3. Inadequate education and employment skills
4. Inadequate housing
5. Inexperience with child development and age-appropriate behavior which results in unrealistic expectations of children
6. Parental substance abuse
7. Immaturity or low self-esteem
8. Family or relationship difficulties
9. Insufficient resources and support services

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