Child Abuse : Science World Report

Sep 23, 2016 05:04 AM EDT

Brad, Angelina Divorce Due To Pitt's Failed Parenting, Child Abuse

After Angelina Jolie filed for divorce with long-time partner Brad Pitt, the actor is now facing allegations of child abuse with one of his children involving verbal and physical abuse.

Jul 28, 2014 12:40 PM EDT

Child Abuse Impacts How Children's Genes are Activated

Child abuse may not just impact a person emotionally; it may also influence their genes. Scientists have found that maltreatment can actually affect the way genes are activated, which could have implications for a child's long-term development.

Jun 23, 2014 08:56 AM EDT

Child Abuse May Impact a Person's Brain: Cerebral Grey Matter Abnormalities

Child abuse may actually impact a person long after they've left their childhood behind. Scientists have found that the volume of cerebral grey matter, which is responsible for processing information, actually is impacted by maltreatment.