What may a parent do to prevent child abuse and abusive head trauma from occurring in the home?
It is normal for parents and child care givers to feel stressed and overwhelmed while raising children. So It is important for a parent or child care givers to recognize the symptoms of stress before the symptoms reach a high level. When a parent or child care giver loses their temper, child abuse may result. Make a personal plan to prevent child abuse and abusive head trauma in your home. Your prevention plan can include checking to make sure the baby or child is comfortable, fed and has a dry diaper. If the baby or child is crying, make sure there is no fever or illness that requires a healthcare provider’s attention. Once you are sure the baby or child is not ill and has all their basic needs met, then place the baby in a safe place, like a crib. It is okay to take a break if you are feeling stressed. It is important for one to have a goal that includes not losing one’s temper and not to act out in ways that may harm a child. A parent or child care provider may begin to feel tense o
