Type of Abuse and Potential Indicators Emotional AbuseTreating children in a way that impacts their ability to express their feelings and emotions in a healthy way Shaming / belittlingIsolating, lack of attentionThreatening / Scaring the childBeing ‘cold’ and unloving – rejection/ignoring the childDamaging a child’s ability to express emotion Potential IndicatorsBedwetting / toileting accidentsWithdrawing from playAnti-social behavioursStress / anxietyWanting to ...read more