What is Neglect?

The definition of neglect is simply to fail to care for someone properly.  It leads to mistreatment due to a lack of attention.  It can also be active neglect, which is intentional, or passive neglect, which is from a lack of experience, information, or ability.   Physical neglect is failing to attend to someone’s medical, hygienic, or nutritional needs.  Emotional neglect involves ignoring and isolation.

Care Neglect Signpost Showing Caring Or Negligent