Neglect and Child Development: Unseen Scars and How to Heal Them

Sophie

Published on: 12/12/2025

Neglect can be just as damaging - if not more so - to a child's development as physical abuse. This reality is often overlooked, as neglect leaves no visible scars yet has a profound impact on a child's emotional, cognitive, and social development. This guide aims to help parents and caregivers recognize and prevent neglect for the wellbeing of their children.