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A protocol for assessing competence to parent a newborn.

L Gabinet

    General Hospital Psychiatry
    |July 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Early identification of mothers at risk for infant abuse is possible through perinatal assessments. This protocol helps identify potential issues before hospital discharge, enabling interventions to prevent child abuse.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Child Psychology
    • Social Work

    Background:

    • Infant abuse is a significant issue in pediatric care.
    • Maternal psychologic or cognitive deficits can contribute to abuse.
    • Early identification of at-risk parents is crucial for prevention.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present a protocol for evaluating new mothers' parenting competence.
    • To identify mothers at risk for infant abuse.
    • To guide interventions for preventing child abuse.

    Main Methods:

    • Assessing parental history and current functioning.
    • Evaluating knowledge of infant care and learning capacity.
    • Analyzing the parent's support system.

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    Main Results:

    • The protocol identifies a significant proportion of parents at risk.
    • Case studies of 97 referred mothers are included.
    • Guidelines for reporting to juvenile authorities are provided.

    Conclusions:

    • Perinatal assessment can identify at-risk parents.
    • Early intervention strategies can help avert infant abuse.
    • A structured evaluation protocol supports child protection efforts.