Intervention Programs
Fortunately, there are early intervention programs and treatments for child neglect. In addition to individual, family, group counseling and social support services, behavioral skills training programs exist to eliminate problematic behavior and teach parents “appropriate” parenting behavior. Programs, such as Triple P (Parenting Program), a positive parenting program, works with parents whose children have discernible problems. It is a multilevel, parenting and family support strategy (“Triple P”). Neglectful families often experience multiple problems and deficits, lack of knowledge, skills and resources. If parents are educated on “proper” parenting and given the appropriate resources, it could help decrease the amount of child neglect cases. When deciding whether to leave a child home alone, you will want to consider your child's physical, mental, and emotional well-being, as well as laws and policies in your State regarding this issue.
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