According to researchers,children who are _______ are more likely to be abused by their parents.

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Children who are emotionally unattached, distant, or disengaged from their parents are more likely to be abused. Parents who are frustrated with their child's lack of responsiveness or lack of bonding may become abusive. A lack of emotional attachment is often a result of neglect or inconsistent parenting. Attractiveness, maturity, and being an only child are not necessarily factors that contribute to child abuse.

According to Researchers,children Who Are _______ Are More Likely to Be