Question

Two-year-old Derek's neighbors notice that the boy is often dirty, wearing improper clothing for the weather, and left unattended on the family's porch. They call family services to report that they suspect the boy is being abused or neglected. At this point, before an investigation has taken place, Derek's condition is known as:

Answer 1

Answer:

reported maltreatment

Explanation:

Based on the information provided within the question it can be said that in this scenario Derek's condition is known as reported maltreatment. This term describes a child that is suffering from abuse or neglect from their parents or any other adult, as well as coldness and over-protection by parents, or bullying by peers. Such as is the case in this scenario as the parents of the child do not clean the child, provide for him/her, or even attend to the child.