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Losing patience, the problems, alarms and psychological issues of shaken baby syndrome, James Peinkofer, LCSW

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Losing patience, the problems, alarms and psychological issues of shaken baby syndrome, James Peinkofer, LCSW

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Losing patience

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

892578835

Responsibility statement

James Peinkofer, LCSW

Sub title

the problems, alarms and psychological issues of shaken baby syndrome

Summary

"All it takes is two or three violent shakes, in as little as five seconds, by an angry parent or caregiver to punish or quiet a crying child. Shaken Baby syndrome (SBS) is the leading cause of abuse-related deaths among infants. nearly one-third of shaken babies die; 80 percent of the survivors suffer permanent brain damage. James Peinkofer, an expert on Shaken Baby Syndrome, provides a major study of famous and recent cases (Virginia Jaspers, Patience Gill, Louise Woodward) and the key medical personnel that helped shape and define Shaken Baby Syndrome. Along with setting out prevention efforts, ways to soothe a crying baby and stories from the families and survivors, he identifies: Which infants and children are most vulnerable -- What to look out for in a caregiver -- What a family should do if they suspect SBS. Losing Patience is a must read for every parent, grandparent and caregiver. the life that's saved may be that of your tiny loved one."--Back cover

Table Of Contents

PARTS: SBS exposed -- SBS in depth -- SBS best practicesIntroduction -- CHAPTERS: What is shaken baby syndrome? -- History of SBS -- Effects on young brains -- Body injuries -- Serious consequences -- Consultation and follow up -- Victimology -- Perpetrators -- Controversies -- Understanding family needs -- Investigation and prosecution -- Prevention efforts -- Soothing crying babies -- Conclusion -- Notes

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