"I mean, not very original as a form of abuse."
Neglect, or not providing for a child's needs, is also a form of abuse.
Domestic violence is also seen in the form of physical abuse.
And some forms of sexual abuse actually feel very good to a child.
You can't do that and not expect some form of backlash or abuse.
The comes a time when a dancer being held back is almost a form of artistic abuse.
First, it seems that forms of abuse directed at children are actually on the increase.
Although good progress has been made in certain areas, other forms of abuse against children are on the increase.
Considered a form of psychological abuse by some on the Christian right.
In common usage, these terms are simple forms of abuse.