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Long-Term Consequences of Child Abuse and Neglect
The long-term consequences of child abuse and neglect (child maltreatment) can be profound and may endure long after the abuse or neglect occurs. Effects can appear in childhood, adolescence, or adulthood, and may affect various aspects of an individual's development (e.g., physical, cognitive, psychological, and behavioral).
These effects range in consequence from minor physical injuries, low self-esteem, attention disorders, and poor peer relations to severe brain damage, violent behavior, and death. However, while maltreated children are at greater risk for these negative effects, many children are resilient in the face of adversity.
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Response
University of Albany & Prevent Child Abuse America
Seeks to connect research data and its potential for real-world application to prevent adverse childhood experiences and their consequences through policy and program leadership, community development, and direct practice.
| Long-Term Consequences of Child Abuse and Neglect | |
| Series Title: | Factsheets |
| Author(s): | Child Welfare Information Gateway |
| Availability: | View Download (PDF - 190KB) |
| Year Published: | 2008 - 8 pages |
| The harmful effects of child abuse and neglect vary depending on a number of factors, including the circumstances, personal characteristics of the child, and the child?s environment. In many cases, child abuse and neglect have consequences for children, families, and society that last lifetimes. This factsheet provides an overview of some of the most common physical, psychological, behavioral, and societal consequences of child abuse and neglect, including findings from research supported by the Federal Government. | |
Longitudinal Studies of Child Abuse and Neglect (LONGSCAN)
Provides information on the LONGSCAN consortium of research studies on the etiology and impact of child maltreatment. The website offers information about the long-term studies, sample demographics, measures utilized, policies and publications, and more.
The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study
Presents research findings from a 10-year scientific study analyzing the relationship between multiple categories of childhood trauma and health and behavioral outcomes later in life.
| Adult Survivors | |
| Series Title: | Related Organizations Lists |
| Author(s): | Child Welfare Information Gateway |
| Availability: | View Download (PDF - 0KB) |
| Year Published: | 2011 - 6 pages |
| This resource listing provides contact information for organizations that serve and have information about adult survivors of child abuse. Each entry includes a brief description of the organization. | |
Boys Will Be Boys: Understanding the Impact of Child Maltreatment and Family Violence on the Sexual, Reproductive, and Parenting Behaviors of Young Men (PDF - 1680 KB)
Kahn & Paluzzi (2006)
Describes the long-term effects of child maltreatment and family violence on males, and discusses the roles of practitioners, policymakers, advocates, and educators in addressing these issues.
The Lifelong Effects of Early Childhood Adversity and Toxic Stress
Shonkoff, Garner, Committee on Psychosocial Aspects of Child and Family Health, Committee on Early Childhood, Adoption, and Dependent Care, & Section on Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
Pediatrics, 129(1), 2011
Presents a multidisciplinary framework that illustrates how early experiences and environmental influences can affect brain development and long-term health. The report also examines effects of toxic stress and links early adversity to later impairments in learning, behavior, and both physical and mental well-being. Also view the American Academy of Pediatrics policy statement (PDF - 536 KB).
Maltreatment: Long-Term Effects (PDF - 2660 KB)
Grayson (Ed.)
Virginia Child Protection Newsletter, 87, 2010
Synthesizes recent research on the impact of child maltreatment on numerous medical, social, and behavioral outcomes. The newsletter also includes information on the Adverse Childhood Experiences Study and the Longitudinal Studies on Child Abuse and Neglect.