Child neglect is the most common form of maltreatment, involving failure to provide basic needs or proper supervision, often difficult to define precisely. Originating from Latin meaning “not to heed, ...

In 2023, Maine had the second-highest rate of child maltreatment, behind only Massachusetts, according to federal data. But that statistic doesn’t necessarily mean that Maine parents are maltreating ...

Under state law, it’s a felony to neglect to provide basic needs or medical care to a child. On Thursday, Cayler sought to narrow the state’s definition of “medical neglect” to exclude cases when ...

MADISON, Wis. (WSAW) - Tuesday morning, people from Marathon County and other child advocates plan to urge legislators to better define what cases of child abuse and neglect qualify for public ...

Kansas lawmakers are considering a bill that would change the definition of neglect in the foster care system to prevent children from being removed from homes solely due to poverty. Concerns ...

Inner Child is Health and Me's new mental health series where we deep dive into lesser-known aspects of child psychology and how it shapes you as you grow up. Often unheard, mistaken, and ...

Kentucky's child maltreatment rate is almost double the national average, with neglect being the most common form. Substance abuse, domestic violence and financial struggles contribute to parental ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Young children are the most at-risk to become victims of abuse or neglect in Kentucky, with 30% of current victims younger than four years old. "It's heartbreaking to see ...