These children are stuck with parents whose attitude conveys that they are unlovable. And unfortunately, the psychological damage from emotional/verbal abuse can be lifelong. The problem of ...

I and colleagues believe this shapes how a child sees the world, others, and themselves. Exposure to abuse, including verbal abuse, leads to an increased risk of anxiety, depression, suicide ...

The latter may include threats of physical violence or even manipulative promises "to leave or to take away a home, car, children or pets," she says. Verbal abuse can be perpetuated by anyone ...

despite evidence suggesting children benefit more from witnessing healthy relationship models. Many people tolerate verbal abuse because they cling to the belief that their partner will eventually ...

Child abuse is a pervasive global issue that affects millions of children across all socio-economic, cultural, and geographic boundaries. It encompasses a range of harmful behaviors inflicted upon ...

The meeting, organised by charity Words Matter, will highlight childhood verbal abuse as “the most prevalent form of child maltreatment”. “We must bring verbal abuse out of the shadows and ...