Norton Children's Hospital discusses psychological child abuse - WNKY News 40 Television

Norton Children's Hospital discusses psychological child abuse - WNKY News 40 Television

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Norton Children’s Hospital discussed the lasting impact of psychological child abuse. Doctors say child abuse isn’t always physical but can also be mental. Experts say psychological maltreatment is a non-accidental behavior by a care giver over time that can make a child feel unloved or worthless. The long term effects of mental abuse can cause anxiety, depression and can even lead to substance use disorder. “Psychological malt…