Child abuse or child maltreatment is psychological, physical, or sexual maltreatment or neglect of a child or children, mainly by the caregiver or a parent. Any act or failure to act by caregiver or parent towards their child may result in potential harm to the child's health, survival, development or dignity in-home, schools or organizations.
WHO differentiates child maltreatment into four types?
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