Childhood verbal abuse as a child maltreatment subtype: A systematic review of the current evidence

In recent years, the prevalence of childhood emotional abuse has surpassed other forms of maltreatment. Childhood verbal abuse (CVA) is a key attribute of emotional abuse, yet CVA is not recognized as its own form of maltreatment and thus, has not received adequate attention.

Clear terminology, definitions, and measures are needed to aid in assessing the occurrence and impact of CVA for its recognition and prevention. This review aims to synthesize the evidence on the terms, definitions, and measurements of CVA and identify outcomes associated with CVA.

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