Complex Neglect

Target audience: Children’s workforce.

Aims and objectives:

• Setting the Scene: Prevalence and broader context.
• Widening the lens: Exploration of definitions and typologies of neglect.
• Understanding of the common factors that underpin neglect.
• Understanding of myths and misconceptions and professional bias.
• Understanding the impact of neglect and links between neglect and complex trauma.
• Recognition of the intersections between neglect, shame and stigma.
• Exploring how we can do better.