concept   child neglect
culture   Western countries
statement   Child neglect in Western countries is a serious form of abuse with legal consequences and may result in intervention by child protective services.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 child abuse Western countries Child abuse is illegal and universally condemned, and perpetrators are prosecuted to the full extent of the law. 1
2 child abuse Western countries Child abuse is universally condemned, and there are laws and social services in place to protect children from abuse and neglect. 1
3 child discipline Western culture Time-outs or loss of privileges are common disciplinary methods 1
4 child neglect Western countries Leaving a child unattended for extended periods of time is considered neglectful and may lead to legal consequences. 1
5 child neglect Western countries Child neglect is considered a serious form of child abuse, and can result in legal intervention and removal of the child from the home. 1
6 child neglect Western countries Considered a serious issue with legal consequences, including child protective services intervention and possible criminal charges for parents. 1