Year: 1989 Source: Canada's Mental Health, v.37, no.3, (Sept. 1989), p.1-6 SIEC No: 19900049

This paper reviews the signs which have been observed in neglected, & physically & sexually abused children. The problems most often associated with physical abuse are aggressive behavior, social maladjustment, low self-esteem, & developmental delays. Neglected children are often significantly delayed in mental, motor, language, & social development. Depression, attempted or completed suicide, & promiscuous behavior are the most commonly reported problems of sexually abused children. (CM)