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Increased child abuse in twins.

H B Nelson, C A Martin

    Child Abuse & Neglect
    |January 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    The birth of twins significantly increases the risk of child abuse and neglect. This study found a higher-than-expected rate of twins among abused children under four years old.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Child Development
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Child abuse and neglect risk factors include premature birth, neonatal complications, financial strain, and larger family sizes.
    • These challenges are often amplified in families with twins.
    • Previous research indicates a potential link between multiple births and increased risk for child maltreatment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the association between twin births and the incidence of child abuse and neglect.
    • To determine if the rate of twins among abused/neglected children exceeds expected population rates.

    Main Methods:

    • A chart review was conducted on 310 children under the age of four registered in an abuse and at-risk for abuse/neglect registry.
    • Descriptive data were collected and analyzed to identify the proportion of twins within the registry.

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    Main Results:

    • Out of 310 children in the registry, 16 were twins.
    • This represents a statistically significant increase (p < .001) compared to the expected rate based on the general twin birth rate of 2%.

    Conclusions:

    • The findings suggest a significantly elevated risk of child abuse and neglect among twin births.
    • Healthcare providers and social services should consider twin births as a high-risk factor for child maltreatment.
    • Further research is warranted to explore the specific contributing factors and develop targeted interventions.