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Shaken Baby Syndrome is a form of injury caused by violently shaking an infant or child. 25% of babies shaken will die soon after suffering the horrible abuse. The violent shaking may result in severe injuries including permanent brain damage AND then death. Children are vulnerable up to 5 years old. Those who survive may be left with a life of blindness, unable to hear, unable to talk, or unable to walk. Many eventually die before they are four years old. Shaking a baby even for a few seconds can injure the baby for life. Shaking a baby is child abuse. The number one reason given for shaking a baby is to stop him/her from crying. Inconsolable crying can be difficult for the best parents, but it is a frustrated, even enraged adult who has lost all self control that resorts to abuse. The consequences of this abusive behavior are devastating for the baby, the rest of the family, and the perpetrator. Tell everyone you know to NEVER, NEVER SHAKE A BABY! |
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