Tag: battered-child syndrome

April 26, 2026 / Mohammed looti

BATTERED-CHILD SYNDROME

Historical Context and the Emergence of Battered-Child Syndrome The clinical recognition of Battered-Child Syndrome (BCS) marks a pivotal moment in the history of pediatric medicine and social justice. Prior to the mid-20th century, many cases of physical trauma in children were attributed to accidents, nutritional deficiencies, or unknown medical conditions. It was not until the […]

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December 6, 2025 / Mohammed looti

CHILD ABUSE (The Battered-Child Syndrome)

Abstract Child abuse, formally recognized in clinical and legal settings as The Battered-Child Syndrome, represents a pervasive and devastating form of maltreatment that has afflicted societies throughout history and remains a critical public health issue today. This encyclopedia entry provides a comprehensive overview, defining child abuse within its various manifestations—physical, sexual, emotional, and neglect—and tracing […]

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