Experiences of child abuse and neglect may lead
to negative physical, cognitive, psychological,
behavioural or social consequences in adulthood.
Adverse outcomes of abuse and neglect that emerge
in children and adolescents may continue in adults
with histories of abuse and neglect (Miller-Perrin &
Perrin, 2007).
For a more detailed discussion of the impact of
child abuse and neglect on children see, The
Effects of Child Abuse and Neglect for Children and
Adolescents (Lamont, 2010).