Publications by authors named "Ken W Feldman"
Pediatr Dermatol
July 2021
Article Synopsis
- The study highlights that recognizable skin injuries in children, such as bruises and lacerations, can indicate physical abuse, including a new type related to parental skin picking.*
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- A case series of five children, all three years old or younger, showed that injuries from parental neurotic excoriation were confirmed by their condition and witness accounts, ruling out self-harm.*
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- The findings suggest that caregivers' compulsive skin picking can lead to significant harm in children, emphasizing the need to consider such behavior as a form of abuse while also noting potential long-term consequences.*
