NEGLECT

A child is Neglected if:

• There is a lack of proper supervision.

• There is a lack of protection.
  The child is not provided with enough clothing.

• There is a lack of medical or dental care.

• There is a lack of educational opportunities.

• There is a lack of proper hygiene.

• Depriving the child of sleep.

• Driving with children while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• There is not adequate nurturance, affirmation and emotional support given to the child.

• It is the legal responsibility of parents or caregivers to take proper care of a child.

If neglect is taking place in your family, phone Childline on 08000 55555 and speak to one of our trained, caring counsellors. It is a free call and you can call any time of the day or night from any phone. You don't have to give your name, if you don't want to.

Your child needs to be helped if they have been neglected, otherwise they will build-up a lot of hurt and anger inside, which could lead to psychological and social problems. It is too often the case that "the abused becomes the abuser" - as child abuse is a cycle that begins with a child being abused and continues until the child is an adult, abusing his or her own children.

Help us stop the cycle of abuse.