How important communities are to protecting children. His neighbors helped to keep him alive by periodically bringing him food,
But they also unintentionally contributed to the lengthening of his suffering by failing to spot the warning indications of neglect sooner.
In situations like these, when indicators of child neglect can be subtle and readily misunderstood, this delay in recognition is not unusual.
According to research, reducing child neglect requires prompt action and community awareness. Stronger community ties can aid in the quicker identification and reporting of neglect instances,
according to a study that highlights the significance of “neighborhood social cohesion.” According to the survey,
Communities with greater levels of social engagement and monitoring are better able to protect children from neglect.
