Abandoned child syndrome

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Abandoned child syndrome
Synonyms
Pronounce N/A
Specialty Psychiatry, Pediatrics
Symptoms Emotional detachment, Anxiety, Depression, Developmental delay
Complications N/A
Onset Childhood
Duration Long-term
Types N/A
Causes Parental abandonment, Neglect
Risks Attachment disorder, Behavioral problems, Mental health disorders
Diagnosis Clinical assessment, Psychological evaluation
Differential diagnosis Reactive attachment disorder, Post-traumatic stress disorder
Prevention Parental support, Early intervention, Therapy
Treatment Psychotherapy, Family therapy, Support groups
Medication N/A
Prognosis Variable, depends on intervention
Frequency Unknown
Deaths N/A


Abandoned child syndrome is a behavioral or psychological condition that results primarily from the loss of one or both parents, or sexual abuse. Abandonment may be physical (the parent is not present in the child's life) or emotional (the parent withholds affection, nurturing, or stimulation).

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Abandoned child syndrome can result from a variety of situations, including:

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

Children with abandoned child syndrome may exhibit a variety of symptoms, including:

Treatment[edit | edit source]

Treatment for abandoned child syndrome typically involves psychotherapy, and may also include medication for associated conditions such as depression or anxiety. Therapy may involve individual, group, or family sessions.

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